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The Medical Assistant will perform various office and clinical duties to maintain the healthcare practice efficiently. The medical assistant will work directly with nursing staff to preserve and maintain a high level of care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine administrative duties such as filing, scanning, and answering telephones.
• Request and process medical records and record requests.
• Assist in scheduling/managing outside appointments for youth.
• Laboratory specimen collection and documentation.
• Obtain and document routine vital signs.
• Perform hearing and snellen eye exams.
• Supervise/chaperone youth during sick call.
• Collects and maintains immunization records.
• Administers immunizations per recommend dosing schedule.
• Performs Vaccine for Children vaccine ordering; and auditing for the program.
• Contacts guardians, facilities, and residential placements for medical information.
• Assist in the completion of placement packets and release forms.
• Assists with audit preparation and chart review.
• Inventories external and internal medications, and maintains Par levels of clinic supplies by assisting in the ordering process.
• Creates, maintains, and updates databases and/or spreadsheets of information specific to the department.
• Extract, analyze, and report statistical data.
• Index and catalog youth/medical photographs.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Requirements:

• All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85%.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license and maintain liability insurance coverage at least equal to the minimum amounts required by law.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Must have current CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must pass the Microsoft Office Applications clerical test with 85% proficiency.
• Knowledge of applicable pharmacy rules and regulations.
• Understanding of Standard/Universal Precautions and infection control procedures for dealing with sharp instruments, blood and body Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the departmental data systems.
• Knowledge of the division/department/facility that assigned.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records and contents.
• Understand and follow confidentiality policies and laws pertaining to Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, pertinent divisions and external agencies to maximize the services in accordance to the individual needs of the facility.
• Maintains patient confidentiality, without breeching regulations/guidelines/laws pertaining to the sharing of protected health information.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Additional Requirements:

• Upon receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must undergo a criminal background check and drug screening.
• All applicants must provide evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) skin test. If the attest result is positive, additional documentation will be required.
• All employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, as well as testing based on reasonable suspicion that the employee may be under the influence of a substance prohibited by the county's drug and alcohol policy during the course and scope of employment.
• In the event of a public emergency declared by the county, staff may be assigned to other duties, facilities, or departments under the supervision of another county department.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
• Certified copies of educational transcripts and/or college credits will be required during the hiring process.
• This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.

Note: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences:

• Minimum of at least one (1) year of working with adolescents and/or correctional care nursing experience.

General Information:

• Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test using the following link:
• Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: Regular Full-Time Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Late nights and weekends if necessary and/or as scheduled.
• Salary: $ 54,412.80 - $ 57,990.40 Annually Depends on Qualifications
• Location: Health Services
• Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
• Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.