CMA Full-time
Legacy Community Health

Medical Assistant Bilingual - Alief (Pedi)

Legacy Community Health Houston, TX 77099, 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!

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Location: Legacy Bissonnet - 12667 Bissonnet St. Houston, TX 77099

Medical Assistant Bilingual - Alief (Pedi) - Job Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:30AM-5:30PM Or 9AM-6PM | Rotating Schedule

Are you ready to bring your passion for healthcare to a place where your work truly matters? At Legacy Community Health, we’re not just a healthcare provider—we’re a family. A family united by a shared mission to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve. As a Bilingual Medical Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in creating meaningful connections with patients and ensuring they receive the exceptional care they deserve.

Here’s what makes this opportunity special:

  • Hands-On Patient Care: Be directly involved in patient care by assisting with exams, preparing treatment rooms, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked environment.
  • Community Impact: Make a tangible difference by administering injections, drawing blood, and assisting with diagnostic tests to support patient health.
  • Mission-Driven Work: Join a team deeply committed to serving underserved communities with compassion and respect.
  • Opportunities for Growth: Take advantage of mentorship and professional development programs to advance your career in healthcare.
  • Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside a supportive and close-knit team where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interview patients to gather their medical history and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
  • Accurately record medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
  • Collect and prepare blood, tissue, or other specimens for lab testing with proper labeling.
  • Assist physicians during patient exams, ensuring all necessary instruments and materials are available.
  • Prepare treatment rooms by maintaining cleanliness and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Clean and sterilize instruments, ensuring safety protocols are followed.
  • Conduct phone consultations with patients regarding test results and health concerns.
  • Perform phlebotomy and other diagnostic tests as required by the provider.
  • Administer medications, including oral, intramuscular, SubQ, and topical, as directed.
  • Ensure detailed and accurate documentation of all patient care activities.
  • Stock exam rooms with necessary supplies, monitor for expired items, and manage waste appropriately.
  • Contribute to OSHA compliance and participate in performance improvement initiatives.
  • Foster a respectful, courteous, and welcoming environment for patients and team members.
  • Collaborate within a primary care medical home model to deliver comprehensive and coordinated care.
  • Attend required safety training programs and adhere to established safety protocols.
  • Maintain work areas and equipment in compliance with Legacy and governmental standards.
  • Report safety concerns promptly and follow exposure control plans as required.
  • Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Participate in annual education programs and take on additional 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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