Medical Assistant - Baytown (Pedi)

Legacy Community Health Baytown, TX 77521, US

Benefits

Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
$0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
$0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
Subsidized Gym Membership
And much more!

Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer!

Location: Legacy Baytown Garth - 3517 Garth Road Baytown, TX 77521

Medical Assistant - Baytown (PEDI) - Job Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM)

Are you ready to bring your passion for healthcare to a place where you can truly make a difference? At Legacy Community Health, we’re more than just a healthcare provider—we're a family united by a shared mission to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to our community. As a Medical Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of our team, helping to create meaningful connections with patients while supporting our providers in delivering exceptional care.

Role Highlights: Be hands-on in patient care by assisting with exams, preparing treatment rooms, and ensuring a clean, well-stocked environment.
Impactful Work: Play a key role in patient health by administering injections, drawing blood, and helping with diagnostic tests.
Community Focus: Work in a mission-driven environment that prioritizes relationships, collaboration, and community impact.
Growth Opportunities: Unlock mentorship and professional development opportunities to grow your career in healthcare.
Team Dynamics: Join a supportive, close-knit team where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.

Key Responsibilities

Interview patients to collect medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Record medical history, vital statistics, and test results accurately in electronic medical records.
Collect and prepare blood, tissue, or other specimens for laboratory testing.
Assist physicians during patient examinations, ensuring all instruments and materials are readily available.
Prepare and maintain treatment rooms by ensuring cleanliness and restocking supplies.
Clean and sterilize instruments, and manage contaminated supplies following safety protocols.
Conduct phone consultations with patients regarding test results and health concerns.
Process specimens with proper labeling and prepare them for lab pickups.
Perform phlebotomy and other diagnostic tests as required.
Administer medications, including oral, intramuscular, SubQ, and topical, as ordered by the provider.
Ensure proper documentation of all patient care activities.
Stock exam rooms with necessary supplies, check for expired items, and manage waste appropriately.
Participate in OSHA compliance programs and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.
Foster a respectful and courteous environment for patients and staff alike.
Collaborate within a primary care medical home model to deliver comprehensive care.
Attend safety training programs and adhere to established safety protocols.
Maintain work areas and equipment in compliance with Legacy and governmental standards.
Report any safety concerns promptly and follow exposure control plans as required.
Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment to ensure a safe work environment.
Participate in annual education programs and take on other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
BLS/CPR Certification required
Up to one year experience
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
Basic front desk, clerical or healthcare support specialist skills/experience
Ability to work with clinical staff, works well under pressure, and multitask within a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to the concepts of preventive health care and team approach to health care delivery
Experience working with computers
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Bilingual English/Spanish required.
Phlebotomy skills preferred
Experience with electronic medical records, preferred.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.

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