Specialties Medical Assistant

Join MyCHN as a Specialties Medical Assistant

At MyCHN (Community Health Network), we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare. As a nonprofit FQHC serving Greater Houston, we are committed to improving lives through compassionate, patient-centered care guided by our values of empathy, transparency, quality, and value.

As a Specialties Medical Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting specialty providers by delivering high-quality clinical and administrative support to ensure efficient and effective patient care.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Mission-driven, community-focused organization
• Supportive, team-based culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The ability to make a meaningful impact in specialty care services

What You’ll Do & Bring

As a Specialties Medical Assistant, you will support clinic operations and specialty workflows while providing patient-centered care and maintaining high standards of clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Room patients and direct them to exam areas efficiently
• Perform patient intake including medical history collection and vital signs
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records
• Assist providers with specialty-specific procedures and treatments
• Administer medications and injections as directed by providers
• Educate patients on lab specimen collection and complete required lab documentation
• Provide translation support when needed for patient communication
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked, clean, and prepared for patient visits
• Assist with ordering and maintaining medical supplies
• Discharge patients and provide follow-up instructions as directed by providers
• Support Oncology Infusion Therapy Nurse with patient monitoring, education, and discharge
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, including tests and referrals
• Perform EKGs as ordered by providers
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly clinical environment
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Assist with instrument cleaning, packaging, and sterilization processes
• Ensure patient consent forms are completed and documented
• Review immunization records and refer patients for needed vaccinations
• Perform additional duties as assigned within scope

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program from a state-approved school with certification
• At least one year of healthcare experience, preferably in a clinical setting
• Strong knowledge of patient confidentiality standards and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to use office equipment and practice management systems
• Team-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
• Professionalism and ability to handle sensitive situations

Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join a collaborative team where your work directly supports specialty care services and enhances patient outcomes across the community.

Apply today and grow your career with MyCHN.