At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advances examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.</li></ul><ul><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.</li></ul>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.</li></ul><ul><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.</li></ul>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.</li></ul><ul><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.</li></ul>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.</li></ul><ul><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.</li></ul>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.</li></ul><ul><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.</li></ul>This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION<ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li></ul>WORK EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED<ul><li>RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e. American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR</li><li>CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li></ul>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED<ul><li>CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES<ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments</li></ul><ul><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment</li></ul><ul><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes</li></ul><ul><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation</li></ul><ul><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice</li></ul> SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE<ul><li>Uniform Yes</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul> ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call No</li></ul> TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul> Company Profile: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?lVoZUXa5XWRN0qAW441FjQh" width="0" height="0" />

**Senior Medical Assistant Certified**

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advanced examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high-quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate.

**Job Description**

- Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists the interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.

- Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.

- Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' thought processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.

- Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Completes pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.

- Communicates with patients, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), performs medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents in patient's electronic medical record (EMR) care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.

- Follows up with patients as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.

- Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians, and/or community resources whenever appropriate including handling patient inquiries.

- Role models behaviors and skills through peer-to-peer accountability towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

- Reports observations, conditions, and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.

- Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.

- Sterilizes instruments and equipment; prepares, cleans, and maintains exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.

- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.

- Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance, and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.

- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.

- Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline

- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e., American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR

- CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND

- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

**Preferred Qualifications**

- CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification 

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills competency assessments and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures; knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.

- Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records.

- Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems using good reasoning and judgment.

- Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate, and competent care.

- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes.

- Completes required continuous training and education including department-specific requirements. Maintains current certifications.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers, and the public.

- Ability to work with peers in a team situation.

- Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process.

- Demonstrates advanced assessment competencies appropriate for level of practice.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform Yes

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Overview**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Senior Medical Assistant-ENT (Willowbrook)

At Houston Methodist, the Pharmacy Inventory Management Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating areas of inventory control, storage, and distribution of pharmaceuticals in the storeroom and/or other medication storage areas. This position maintains effective controls against diversion of prescription drugs, is responsible for disposition of all pharmaceutical purchases, coordinates the processes involving activities of other personnel assigned to the work area, and serves as a role model/mentor for pharmacy storeroom personnel. This position works collaboratively with Supply Chain to meet the health system's goals and objectives. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals.</li></ul><ul><li>Develops educational/training materials pertaining to Inventory Control within the Department of Pharmacy or remote stock locations.</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinates daily workload fluctuations with respect to staffing assignments and work output. Oversees processes and activities involving technical staff assigned in the area. Provides input to management on employee performance and development needs.</li></ul> SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Discusses with medication service representatives, new products and pricing. Informs Supply Chain staff of pharmaceutical/ supplies pricing offers and bids.</li></ul><ul><li>Participates in committees as assigned. Serves as the liaison between Pharmacy and other departments on purchasing and inventory related issues. Participates in the System Purchasing Group.</li></ul><ul><li>Identifies and helps to resolve operational and clinical service issues by working with pharmacists and technicians to achieve patient care goals related to medication supply. Calls other areas and institutions, fills out expedite forms and/or borrow-loan forms correctly, and communicates with others on the shift and within the work area regarding medication acquisition.</li></ul> QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Coordinates the complete cycle of drug purchasing process to include ordering, receiving and returns of medications. Collects and reports data for quality improvement and productivity for inventory areas according to departmental standards.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains inventory control and recommends medication par levels in all work areas. Monitors activities for effective controls against diversion of prescription drugs.</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinates all activities and processes surrounding semi-annual physical inventory, including appropriate personnel scheduling, physical counts of all inventory, and post-inventory analysis and reconciliation.</li></ul> FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Assists Supply Chain with monitoring and ensuring correct pricing information on contracted pharmaceuticals/supplies; as well as annual bid/primary wholesaler selection process.</li></ul><ul><li>Participates in developing the department's annual budget as it relates to projected increases in pricing and/or incorporation of new contracts. Helps to maintain budget costs by achieving department goals and objectives.</li></ul><ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.</li></ul> GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Supports automated technology systems used within the hospital and related areas with inventory control management. Assists management with initiating changes/ improvements to workflow.</li></ul><ul><li>Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Inventory Management Coordinator.</li></ul> This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in relevant business field</li></ul> WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Two years of experience consisting of any of the following combination: pharmacy inventory management, distribution, and/or inventory control</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy preferred</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED <ul><li>LPHT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech - State Registration Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, but not be limited to, work processing software applications such as: spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers</li></ul><ul><li>Must demonstrate ability to note trends and monitor inventory levels to meet the patient needs</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates the ability to provide staff development conferences for the professional and technical staff relevant to inventory controls</li></ul>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE <ul><li>Uniform No</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional Yes</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul>ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call Yes</li></ul>TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul>Company Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Qzszl0SUVtsq9RcH07iDWQk" width="0" height="0" />

**Pharmacy Inventory Management Coordinator**

At Houston Methodist, the Pharmacy Inventory Management Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating areas of inventory control, storage, and distribution of pharmaceuticals in the storeroom and/or other medication storage areas. This position maintains effective controls against diversion of prescription drugs, is responsible for the disposition of all pharmaceutical purchases, coordinates the processes involving activities of other personnel assigned to the work area, and serves as a role model/mentor for pharmacy storeroom personnel. This position works collaboratively with Supply Chain to meet the health system's goals and objectives.

**Job Description**

- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient-specific goals.
- Develops educational/training materials pertaining to Inventory Control within the Department of Pharmacy or remote stock locations.
- Coordinates daily workload fluctuations with respect to staffing assignments and work output. Oversees processes and activities involving technical staff assigned in the area. Provides input to management on employee performance and development needs.
- Discusses with medication service representatives new products and pricing. Informs Supply Chain staff of pharmaceutical/supplies pricing offers and bids.
- Participates in committees as assigned. Serves as the liaison between Pharmacy and other departments on purchasing and inventory-related issues. Participates in the System Purchasing Group.
- Identifies and helps to resolve operational and clinical service issues by working with pharmacists and technicians to achieve patient care goals related to medication supply. Calls other areas and institutions, fills out expedite forms and/or borrow-loan forms correctly, and communicates with others on the shift and within the work area regarding medication acquisition.
- Coordinates the complete cycle of drug purchasing process to include ordering, receiving, and returns of medications. Collects and reports data for quality improvement and productivity for inventory areas according to departmental standards.
- Maintains inventory control and recommends medication par levels in all work areas. Monitors activities for effective controls against diversion of prescription drugs.
- Coordinates all activities and processes surrounding semi-annual physical inventory, including appropriate personnel scheduling, physical counts of all inventory, and post-inventory analysis and reconciliation.
- Assists Supply Chain with monitoring and ensuring correct pricing information on contracted pharmaceuticals/supplies; as well as annual bid/primary wholesaler selection process.
- Participates in developing the department's annual budget as it relates to projected increases in pricing and/or incorporation of new contracts. Helps to maintain budget costs by achieving department goals and objectives.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
- Supports automated technology systems used within the hospital and related areas with inventory control management. Assists management with initiating changes/improvements to workflow.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Inventory Management Coordinator.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor's degree in relevant business field
- Two years of experience consisting of any of the following combination: pharmacy inventory management, distribution, and/or inventory control
- Experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy preferred
- LPHT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech - State Registration Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
- Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, but not be limited to, word processing software applications such as spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc.
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
- Must demonstrate ability to note trends and monitor inventory levels to meet patient needs.
- Demonstrates the ability to provide staff development conferences for the professional and technical staff relevant to inventory controls.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-Call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call Yes

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department.

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Profile**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pharmacy Inventory Management Coordinator - Physician Organization (Medical Center)

At Houston Methodist, the Psychometrician position is responsible for providing high quality services in administering and scoring neuropsychological and psychological tests, and performing neuropsychological evaluations, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. This position also participates in divisional activities where appropriate and department initiatives, identifying and assisting with opportunities for performance improvement activities for programs. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Establishes and maintains professional relationships, trust and credibility with all on the healthcare team, serving as clinical resource for routine matters with peers and physicians.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides guidance and training for clinical students, acting as a resource and mentor.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with interprofessional team members to provide clinical expertise, providing appropriate clinical judgment and support interprofessional health care team.</li></ul><ul><li>Recommends opportunities for improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement.</li></ul> SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Administers neuropsychological evaluations under the direction of the licensed psychologist. Assists in report formatting and writing when directed by licensed psychologist.</li></ul><ul><li>Completes assignments that include data collection and entry, and basic analysis when directed by section head.</li></ul><ul><li>Conducts presentations/lectures as required by section head.</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction on scorecard through peer-to-peer accountability.</li></ul> QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Administers and scores all paper-and-pencil and computerized neuropsychological and psychological test instruments as directed by senior staff member within the generally designated time limitations set forth in Neuropsychology.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains records as directed by division guidelines.</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.</li></ul> FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Works in conjunction with department to reduce any waste of resources and materials and perpetuate financial stewardship and growth.</li></ul><ul><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks for self and area(s) of responsibility to meet the labor productivity standards. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.</li></ul> GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Participates in specified division clinical education programs, division meetings and psychometrics meetings. Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement hospital projects and department activities</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains personal professional development through professional organization membership. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an on-going basis. Seeks opportunities to expand learning to further their education for growth with a focus on continual development.</li></ul> This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION <ul><li>Bachelor's degree</li></ul> WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Six months supervised experience in psychological or neuropsychological test administration</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED <ul><li>N/A</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED <ul><li>CSP - Certified Specialist in Psychometry (BCP) within 3 years </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates ability to work with patients of all age levels</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates ability to handle situations that might arise in both inpatient and outpatient settings</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain skills necessary to perform these duties including mastery of new assessment measures and scoring procedures when indicated</li></ul><ul><li>Ability for self-direction, flexibility</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (training available)</li></ul>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE <ul><li>Uniform No</li><li>Scrubs No</li><li>Business professional Yes</li><li>Other (department approved) No</li></ul>ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call No</li></ul>TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul>Company Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?fAiS6K6YNUxvwcufmZhYGQq" width="0" height="0" />

**Psychometrician**

At Houston Methodist, the Psychometrician position is responsible for providing high-quality services in administering and scoring neuropsychological and psychological tests, and performing neuropsychological evaluations, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. This position also participates in divisional activities where appropriate and department initiatives, identifying and assisting with opportunities for performance improvement activities for programs.

**Job Description**

- Establishes and maintains professional relationships, trust, and credibility with all on the healthcare team, serving as a clinical resource for routine matters with peers and physicians.
- Provides guidance and training for clinical students, acting as a resource and mentor.
- Collaborates with interprofessional team members to provide clinical expertise, providing appropriate clinical judgment and support to the interprofessional health care team.
- Recommends opportunities for improvement of department score for turnover/retention/employee engagement.
- Administers neuropsychological evaluations under the direction of the licensed psychologist. Assists in report formatting and writing when directed by the licensed psychologist.
- Completes assignments that include data collection and entry, and basic analysis when directed by the section head.
- Conducts presentations/lectures as required by the section head.
- Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction on scorecard through peer-to-peer accountability.
- Administers and scores all paper-and-pencil and computerized neuropsychological and psychological test instruments as directed by a senior staff member within the generally designated time limitations set forth in Neuropsychology.
- Maintains records as directed by division guidelines.
- Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
- Works in conjunction with the department to reduce any waste of resources and materials and perpetuate financial stewardship and growth.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks for self and area(s) of responsibility to meet the labor productivity standards. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
- Participates in specified division clinical education programs, division meetings, and psychometrics meetings. Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement hospital projects and department activities.
- Maintains personal professional development through professional organization membership. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an ongoing basis. Seeks opportunities to expand learning to further their education for growth with a focus on continual development.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor's degree
- Six months supervised experience in psychological or neuropsychological test administration

**Preferred Qualifications**

- CSP - Certified Specialist in Psychometry (BCP) within 3 years

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
- Demonstrates ability to work with patients of all age levels.
- Demonstrates ability to handle situations that might arise in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Maintain skills necessary to perform these duties including mastery of new assessment measures and scoring procedures when indicated.
- Ability for self-direction, flexibility.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (training available).

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: Yes
- Other (department approved): No

**On-Call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call: No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department.

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No

**Company Profile**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Psychometrician - Neurology (West Houston/Katy)

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advances examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.</li></ul><ul><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.</li></ul>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.</li></ul><ul><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.</li></ul>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.</li></ul><ul><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.</li></ul>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.</li></ul><ul><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.</li></ul>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.</li></ul><ul><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.</li></ul>This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION<ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li></ul>WORK EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED<ul><li>RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e. American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR</li><li>CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li></ul>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED<ul><li>CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES<ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments</li></ul><ul><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment</li></ul><ul><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes</li></ul><ul><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation</li></ul><ul><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice</li></ul> SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE<ul><li>Uniform Yes</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul> ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call No</li></ul> TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul> Company Profile: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?mExqyhWm%2fzhQ7cR2TDlQTAt" width="0" height="0" />

**Senior Medical Assistant Certified**

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advanced examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high-quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate.

**Job Description**

- Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists the interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.

- Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.

- Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' thought processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.

- Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Completes pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.

- Communicates with patients, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), performs medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents in patient's electronic medical record (EMR) care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.

- Follows up with patients as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.

- Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians, and/or community resources whenever appropriate including handling patient inquiries.

- Role models behaviors and skills through peer-to-peer accountability towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

- Reports observations, conditions, and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.

- Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.

- Sterilizes instruments and equipment; prepares, cleans, and maintains exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.

- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.

- Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance, and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.

- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.

- Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline

- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency (i.e., American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR

- CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND

- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

**Preferred Qualifications**

- CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification 

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills competency assessments and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures; knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.

- Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records.

- Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems using good reasoning and judgment.

- Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate, and competent care.

- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes.

- Completes required continuous training and education including department-specific requirements. Maintains current certifications.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers, and the public.

- Ability to work with peers in a team situation.

- Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process.

- Demonstrates advanced assessment competencies appropriate for level of practice.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform Yes

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events) regardless of selection below.

- On Call No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department.

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Overview**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Senior Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Baytown)

At Houston Methodist, the Radiologic Tech II position is responsible for a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic radiology procedures to include X-ray and Fluoroscopy (to include support for OR cases) exams of moderate to high complexity utilizing digital radiography and fluoroscopy techniques. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of various radiology procedures. The Radiologic Tech II position serves as a mentor to the Radiologic Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. The Radiologic Tech II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic radiologic procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.</li></ul><ul><li>Guides and mentors Radiologic Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.</li></ul><ul><li>Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter</li></ul> SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include a variety of X-Ray exams, including OR and Fluoroscopy procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.</li></ul> QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.</li></ul><ul><li>Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventative maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.</li></ul><ul><li>Assists with implementation and education of department based safety initiatives and standards of practice</li></ul> FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.</li></ul><ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.</li></ul> GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.</li></ul><ul><li>Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers (Radiologic Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.</li></ul> This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION <ul><li>Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section. </li></ul> WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Three years' experience as a Radiologic Technologist </li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED <ul><li>ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) AND</li><li>CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure OR</li><li>CMRT-Temp - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - Temporary State Licensure AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.</li></ul><ul><li>Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.</li></ul><ul><li>Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving.</li></ul>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE <ul><li>Uniform No</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul>ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call Yes</li></ul>TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li></ul>Company Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?kweEx4afK2I4PBUZ7IMqJgw" width="0" height="0" />

**Radiologic Tech II**

At Houston Methodist, the Radiologic Tech II position is responsible for a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic radiology procedures to include X-ray and Fluoroscopy (to include support for OR cases) exams of moderate to high complexity utilizing digital radiography and fluoroscopy techniques. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of various radiology procedures. The Radiologic Tech II position serves as a mentor to the Radiologic Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. The Radiologic Tech II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic radiologic procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

**Job Description**

- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.

- Guides and mentors Radiologic Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge, and abilities. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.

- Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.

- Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include a variety of X-Ray exams, including OR and Fluoroscopy procedures.

- Proactively assesses, identifies, and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality, and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.

- Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.

- Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology, and language.

- Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff, and the general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department, and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.

- Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.

- Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventative maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.

- Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice.

- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

- Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.

- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers (Radiologic Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s).

- Three years' experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

- ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) AND CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure OR CMRT-Temp - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - Temporary State Licensure AND BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA).

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging/difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.

- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems including Hospital/Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.

- Exhibits strong interpersonal skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.

- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform No

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-Call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc).

- On Call Yes

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department.

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

**Company Profile**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. 

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Radiologic Technologist II PRN - Orthopedics (Clearlake)

At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or administrative leadership. This position is responsible for assisting providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. The MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.</li></ul><ul><li>Interacts with peers, staff and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner. Takes messages via telephone/email to forward to the provider/registered nurse.</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.</li></ul> SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR), care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability.</li></ul> QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies.</li></ul><ul><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician or nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.</li></ul><ul><li>Sterilizes instruments and equipment under the supervision of Sr. Medical Assistant or Registered Nurse.</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes to identification of improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team.</li></ul> FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Responsible for stocking exam rooms and taking inventory.</li></ul><ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.</li></ul> GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and professional development activities. </li></ul><ul><li>Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel.</li></ul><ul><li>Completes and updates My Development plan (MDP) on an on-going basis.</li></ul> This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION <ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li></ul> WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED <ul><li>RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e. American Association of Medical Assistant or American Medical Technologists OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR</li><li>CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED <ul><li>CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments</li></ul><ul><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment</li></ul><ul><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes</li></ul><ul><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications</li></ul>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE <ul><li>Uniform Yes</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) No</li></ul>ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call No</li></ul>TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul>Company Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?rjkyZ%2bD7Ddwo12zAdF9nPQc" width="0" height="0" />

**Medical Assistant Certified**

At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or administrative leadership. This position is responsible for assisting providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. The MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care.

**Job Description**

- Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.

- Interacts with peers, staff, and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner. Takes messages via telephone/email to forward to the provider/registered nurse.

- Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.

- Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.

- Communicates with patients, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), performs medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR), care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.

- Follows up with patients as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.

- Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability.

- Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies.

- Reports observations, conditions, and problems of patients to the physician or nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.

- Sterilizes instruments and equipment under the supervision of Sr. Medical Assistant or Registered Nurse.

- Contributes to identification of improvement activities impacting quality and safety targets through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team.

- Responsible for stocking exam rooms and taking inventory.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.

- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and professional development activities.

- Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision-making as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel.

- Completes and updates My Development plan (MDP) on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

- Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position

**Licenses and Certifications - Required**

- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e., American Association of Medical Assistant or American Medical Technologists OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR

- CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND

- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

**Licenses and Certifications - Preferred**

- CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures; knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.

- Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records.

- Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems using good reasoning and judgment.

- Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate, and competent care.

- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes.

- Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform Yes

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) No

**On-call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department.

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Overview**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. 

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Medical Assistant -GI Hepatology The Woodlands)

At Houston Methodist, the Pulmonary Function Technologist (PFT) position is a competent Respiratory Therapy Practitioner whose primary role is in Pulmonary Function. This position performs basic pulmonary function studies and administers therapy per physician orders. The PFT position provides instruction to both the patient and family/caregiver related to procedures and disease processes and assists in educating practice associates. As a member of the direct patient care team, this position provides direct assistance to physicians and other care health professionals with pulmonary function and related procedures as assigned within the scope of the professional certification. The PFT position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to standards and guidelines established by respiratory and regulatory agencies and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by using progressive skills in therapeutic communication and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner, which includes active listening and teaching.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter. Serves as a patient advocate in preventing/resolving ethical issues. Facilitates interventions to relieve the patient's/family spiritual distress.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.</li></ul> SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Performs respiratory care to include but not limited to: pulse oximetry, body plethmosmography, flow volume loops, lung volume determination, airway resistance measurement, breath diffusion capacity, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures and if assigned, bronchodilator administration.</li></ul><ul><li>Assists in performings various protocols for cardiopulmonary exercise testing, monitoring.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various respiratory care concepts to maximize performance, which includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired results and recognizes complications / limitations associated with certain procedures. Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>Uses peer-to-peer accountability to contribute towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.</li></ul> QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance and quality control on all equipment and analyzers per department guidelines, documenting activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability and reliability of results; takes corrective action and involves others as needed toward achievement of this end.</li></ul><ul><li>Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities and to meet department and hospital targets for quality and safety, focusing on the task at hand and reporting near misses, and inputing errors promptly into PSN to improve processes and identify trends.</li></ul> FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Accurately documents all patient care and respiratory-related activities and procedures in the appropriate documentation system. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.</li></ul><ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.</li></ul> GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Participates in practice projects focused on innovation, efficiency or improvement in patient care and activities. Embraces and enacts new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community.</li></ul><ul><li>Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.</li></ul> This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION <ul><li>Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section. </li></ul> WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED <ul><li>RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) AND</li><li>RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure by the Texas Medical Board AND</li><li>CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (NBRC) within 1 year AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to maintain patient and exam documents</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates time management skills</li></ul><ul><li>Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving</li></ul>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE <ul><li>Uniform No</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul>ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call No</li></ul>TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul>Company Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?dCIG6usL0Z4orSpKYtNPGgf" width="0" height="0" />

**Pulmonary Function Technologist**

At Houston Methodist, the Pulmonary Function Technologist (PFT) position is a competent Respiratory Therapy Practitioner whose primary role is in Pulmonary Function. This position performs basic pulmonary function studies and administers therapy per physician orders. The PFT position provides instruction to both the patient and family/caregiver related to procedures and disease processes and assists in educating practice associates. As a member of the direct patient care team, this position provides direct assistance to physicians and other care health professionals with pulmonary function and related procedures as assigned within the scope of the professional certification. The PFT position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to standards and guidelines established by respiratory and regulatory agencies and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

**Job Description**

- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by using progressive skills in therapeutic communication and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner, which includes active listening and teaching.

- Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter. Serves as a patient advocate in preventing/resolving ethical issues. Facilitates interventions to relieve the patient's/family spiritual distress.

- Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.

- Performs respiratory care to include but not limited to: pulse oximetry, body plethysmography, flow volume loops, lung volume determination, airway resistance measurement, breath diffusion capacity, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures, and if assigned, bronchodilator administration.

- Assists in performing various protocols for cardiopulmonary exercise testing, monitoring.

- Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various respiratory care concepts to maximize performance, which includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired results and recognizes complications/limitations associated with certain procedures. Proactively identifies how to address these for optimum outcomes.

- Uses peer-to-peer accountability to contribute towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

- Troubleshoots, calibrates, and performs preventive maintenance and quality control on all equipment and analyzers per department guidelines, documenting activities.

- Provides direct assistance to physicians, performing tests as ordered, assessing and assuring quality, acceptability, and reliability of results; takes corrective action and involves others as needed toward achievement of this end.

- Contributes to identification of corrective action and improvement activities and to meet department and hospital targets for quality and safety, focusing on the task at hand and reporting near misses, and inputting errors promptly into PSN to improve processes and identify trends.

- Accurately documents all patient care and respiratory-related activities and procedures in the appropriate documentation system. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.

- Participates in practice projects focused on innovation, efficiency or improvement in patient care and activities. Embraces and enacts new care pathways or service line implementation to improve service to the community.

- Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts, and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations section.

- One year experience as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.

**Licenses and Certifications - Required**

- RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) 
- RCP - Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner - State Licensure by the Texas Medical Board 
- CPFT - Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (NBRC) within 1 year 
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to maintain patient and exam documents.

- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.

- Demonstrates time management skills.

- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below. 

- On Call No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department 

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Profile**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. 

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pulmonary Function Technologist (Sugar Land/Sweetwater)

At Houston Methodist, the Sr Sterile Processing Technician position is responsible for maintaining high standards for decontamination, assembly, inspecting, wrapping, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment for Surgical Services and all ancillary departments, which includes working in conjunction with the Operating Room (OR) staff to provide timely sterile products, trays and case carts where applicable. This position maintains consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service. The Sr Sterile Processing Technician Tech position must be certified, and therefore should demonstrate advanced knowledge of sterilization techniques, surgical instruments, and an in-depth understanding of the Sterile Processing department's relationship with other departments within the hospital. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with staff from the interprofessional health care team concerning patient safety to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care through effective assignment and shift handoffs and uses a structured format for regular communication with staff members and physicians.</li></ul><ul><li>Serves as a preceptor and implements staff education specific to service lines and unit processes; coaches and mentors other staff and students. Role models, by example, open, professional communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution and achieve mutual understanding. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.</li></ul><ul><li>Initiates recommendations for improvement of department scores for employee engagement.</li></ul> SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Using advanced skills and job-based competencies, performs decontamination and assembling of complex surgical trays, individual and potentially customized instrumentation and equipment utilizing established count sheets. Wraps or contains items appropriately according to size and type of instrument or equipment.</li></ul><ul><li>Functions independently to sterilize instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed manufacturer instructions for use and according to institutional policies and procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Identifies and prioritizes timely sterile products, trays and case carts by interpreting the surgery schedule and based on the needs of the OR staff and physicians.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensures consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.</li></ul> QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Reviews and improves upon the effectiveness of the sterilization process by using internal, external and biological monitoring systems appropriately utilizing established department protocols and sterilizer manufacturers' instructions for use.</li></ul><ul><li>Anticipates/prevents and responds to emergent situations. Actively participates in organizing the work flow, problem-solving, and managing multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.</li></ul><ul><li>Understands and implements use of appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and SDS sheets and utilizing all department equipment according to manufacturers' instructions for use and department policies and protocols, providing clarification to others as needed.</li></ul> FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <ul><li>Manages time effectively and efficiently, minimizing incidental overtime, by completing assigned work and cleaning workstation at the end of each shift.</li></ul><ul><li>Utilizes department resources to ensure completeness of trays, instruments and equipment according to count sheets. Identifies cost saving measures related to processes and/or supplies utilized within the department to share with management.</li></ul> GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Performs, trains, and mentors industry sterile processing standards i.e. Steam, ETO and Low Temperature Hydrogen Peroxide, while seeking opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.</li></ul><ul><li>Acts as resource on Shared Governance committee for department or other hospital committees. Participates in department improvement activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Works in conjunction with SPD Educator to provide at least two relevant educational/in-service presentations based on service line and department location. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.</li></ul> This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION <ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li></ul> WORK EXPERIENCE <ul><li>Two years of sterile processing experience</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED <ul><li>CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) OR</li><li>CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CBSPD) </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Independently demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the Decontamination area</li></ul><ul><li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office and electronic instrument tracking system, if applicable</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates problem-solving and critical thinking, and makes decisions using analytical approach</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates proper phone etiquette when responding to inquiries made to the department</li></ul>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE <ul><li>Uniform No</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) No</li></ul>ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call Yes</li></ul>TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul>Company Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?f5z009wvI96w3yp9fH1KHgi" width="0" height="0" />

**Sr Sterile Processing Technician**

At Houston Methodist, the Sr Sterile Processing Technician position is responsible for maintaining high standards for decontamination, assembly, inspecting, wrapping, and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment for Surgical Services and all ancillary departments. This includes working in conjunction with the Operating Room (OR) staff to provide timely sterile products, trays, and case carts where applicable. This position maintains consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service. The Sr Sterile Processing Technician must be certified and should demonstrate advanced knowledge of sterilization techniques, surgical instruments, and an in-depth understanding of the Sterile Processing department's relationship with other departments within the hospital.

**Job Description**

- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with staff from the interprofessional health care team concerning patient safety to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care through effective assignment and shift handoffs and uses a structured format for regular communication with staff members and physicians.

- Serves as a preceptor and implements staff education specific to service lines and unit processes; coaches and mentors other staff and students. Role models, by example, open, professional communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution and achieve mutual understanding. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.

- Initiates recommendations for improvement of department scores for employee engagement.

- Using advanced skills and job-based competencies, performs decontamination and assembling of complex surgical trays, individual and potentially customized instrumentation and equipment utilizing established count sheets. Wraps or contains items appropriately according to size and type of instrument or equipment.

- Functions independently to sterilize instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed manufacturer instructions for use and according to institutional policies and procedures.

- Identifies and prioritizes timely sterile products, trays, and case carts by interpreting the surgery schedule based on the needs of the OR staff and physicians.

- Ensures consistent and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.

- Reviews and improves upon the effectiveness of the sterilization process by using internal, external, and biological monitoring systems appropriately utilizing established department protocols and sterilizer manufacturers' instructions for use.

- Anticipates/prevents and responds to emergent situations. Actively participates in organizing the workflow, problem-solving, and managing multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.

- Understands and implements use of appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and SDS sheets and utilizing all department equipment according to manufacturers' instructions for use and department policies and protocols, providing clarification to others as needed.

- Manages time effectively and efficiently, minimizing incidental overtime, by completing assigned work and cleaning workstation at the end of each shift.

- Utilizes department resources to ensure completeness of trays, instruments, and equipment according to count sheets. Identifies cost-saving measures related to processes and/or supplies utilized within the department to share with management.

- Performs, trains, and mentors industry sterile processing standards i.e. Steam, ETO, and Low Temperature Hydrogen Peroxide while seeking opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.

- Acts as a resource on Shared Governance committee for department or other hospital committees. Participates in department improvement activities.

- Works in conjunction with SPD Educator to provide at least two relevant educational/in-service presentations based on service line and department location. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

- Two years of sterile processing experience

- CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) OR CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CBSPD)

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Independently demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

- Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the Decontamination area.

- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.

- Ability to utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office and electronic instrument tracking system, if applicable.

- Demonstrates problem-solving and critical thinking, making decisions using an analytical approach.

- Demonstrates proper phone etiquette when responding to inquiries made to the department.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform No

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) No

**On-Call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call Yes

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department.

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Profile**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. 

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Senior Sterile Processing Tech - ENT (Medical Center)

Gastroenterology experience highly preferred At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advances examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.</li></ul><ul><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.</li></ul>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.</li></ul><ul><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.</li></ul>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.</li></ul><ul><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.</li></ul>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.</li></ul><ul><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.</li></ul>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.</li></ul><ul><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.</li></ul>This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION<ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li></ul>WORK EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED<ul><li>RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e. American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR</li><li>CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)</li></ul>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED<ul><li>CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification</li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES<ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments</li></ul><ul><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment</li></ul><ul><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes</li></ul><ul><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation</li></ul><ul><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice</li></ul> SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE<ul><li>Uniform Yes</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul> ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.<ul><li>On Call No</li></ul> TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul> Company Profile: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?itu8SGyK00ZNl7GbIrgqSwl" width="0" height="0" />

**Senior Medical Assistant Certified**

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advanced examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, providing high-quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e., Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate.

**Job Description**

- Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists the interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.

- Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.

- Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' thought processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.

- Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Completes pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.

- Communicates with patients, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), performs medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents in patient's electronic medical record (EMR) care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.

- Follows up with patients as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.

- Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians, and/or community resources whenever appropriate including handling patient inquiries.

- Role models behaviors and skills through peer-to-peer accountability towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

- Reports observations, conditions, and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.

- Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.

- Sterilizes instruments and equipment; prepares, cleans, and maintains exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.

- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.

- Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance, and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.

- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.

- Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline

**Licenses and Certifications - Required**

- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e., American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR

- CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND

- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

**Licenses and Certifications - Preferred**

- CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills competency assessments and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures; knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.

- Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records.

- Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems using good reasoning and judgment.

- Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate, and competent care.

- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes.

- Completes required continuous training and education including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers, and the public.

- Ability to work with peers in a team situation.

- Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process.

- Demonstrates advanced assessment competencies appropriate for level of practice.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform Yes

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Profile**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners.

Senior Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology (West Houston)

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advances examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.</li></ul><ul><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.</li></ul>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.</li></ul><ul><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.</li></ul><ul><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.</li></ul>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.</li></ul><ul><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.</li></ul>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.</li></ul><ul><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.</li></ul>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.</li></ul><ul><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.</li></ul>This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION<ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li></ul>WORK EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline</li></ul> LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED<ul><li>RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e. American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR</li><li>CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR</li><li>CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR</li><li>EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND</li><li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li></ul>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED<ul><li>CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES<ul><li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li></ul><ul><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments</li></ul><ul><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment</li></ul><ul><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes</li></ul><ul><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation</li></ul><ul><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process</li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice</li></ul> SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE<ul><li>Uniform Yes</li><li>Scrubs Yes</li><li>Business professional No</li><li>Other (department approved) Yes</li></ul> ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. <ul><li>On Call No</li></ul> TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department <ul><li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li></ul> Company Profile: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?yf3ye2xvXuHrcGVkq%2bU62Aa" width="0" height="0" />

**Senior Medical Assistant Certified**

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advanced examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high-quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e., Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The Sr. MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate.

**Job Description**

- Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists the interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.

- Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.

- Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues' thought processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.

- Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Completes pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.

- Communicates with patients, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), performs medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents in patient's electronic medical record (EMR) care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.

- Follows up with patients as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.

- Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians, and/or community resources whenever appropriate including handling patient inquiries.

- Role models behaviors and skills through peer-to-peer accountability towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

- Reports observations, conditions, and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.

- Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.

- Sterilizes instruments and equipment; prepares, cleans, and maintains exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.

- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.

- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.

- Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance, and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.

- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.

- Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

**Requirements**

- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline

- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) through an approved credentialing certification agency, i.e., American Association of Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR

- CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR

- CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR

- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND

- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

**Preferred Qualifications**

- CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills competency assessments and performance evaluations.

- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

- Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures; knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.

- Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records.

- Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems using good reasoning and judgment.

- Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate, and competent care.

- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes.

- Completes required continuous training and education including department-specific requirements. Maintains current certifications.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers, and the public.

- Ability to work with peers in a team situation.

- Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process.

- Demonstrates advanced assessment competencies appropriate for level of practice.

**Supplemental Requirements**

**Work Attire**

- Uniform Yes

- Scrubs Yes

- Business professional No

- Other (department approved) Yes

**On-call**

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (i.e., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

- On Call No

**Travel**

Travel specifications may vary by department

- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

**Company Overview**

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

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