Certified Medical Assistant

Senior Certified Medical Assistant Bilingual - School Clinics (Pedi) - Job Overview

Schedule: Monday-Thursday (7AM-4:15PM) | Friday (7AM-3PM)

Welcome to Legacy Community Health, where we're not just a healthcare organizationwe're a close-knit community with a shared passion for making a meaningful impact. We're excited to invite you to our KIPP School-Based clinics, where your skills, compassion, and dedication will truly shine.

As a Senior Certified Medical Assistant, you are at the heart of our mission to provide outstanding healthcare. You will play a vital role in ensuring our patients receive care that is safe, efficient, and effective while supporting our medical team and fostering an environment of learning and growth.

• Impactful Role: Facilitate patient care and drive positive outcomes through education, observation, and data collection.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a dedicated team that promotes shared vision and goals.
• Growth Opportunities: Engage in mentorship and training, enhancing both personal and professional development.
• Community Focus: Be part of a mission-driven organization that values the health and well-being of our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Train new and existing medical assistant team members to ensure competencies.
• Promote shared vision and goals through effective working relationships.
• Perform routine chart audits to validate documentation and practices.
• Complete Regional Nurse Manager (RNM) training and attend assigned meetings.
• Perform Medical Assistant tasks two shifts every pay period.
• Promote effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Participate in monthly inventory reconciliation of supplies, medications, and vaccines.
• Maintain work area and equipment according to Legacy and government standards.
• Ensure safety in the patient's environment and equipment.
• Report safety concerns promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Follow exposure control plans and protective barrier equipment procedures.
• Adhere to quality control policies and document activities and maintenance.
• Assist in the assessment, planning, and implementation of clinical training programs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to preceptors and team members.
• Assist in implementing education and workflow changes for the medical assistant team.
• Identify, collect, and report clinical safety, quality, and training deficiencies.
• Collaborate regularly with management to report findings.
• May serve as the Vaccines for Children program coordinator.
• Work within a primary care medical home using a team-based approach.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered or Certified as a Medical Assistant required from an accredited school.
• Minimum of two years clinical experience required.
• Minimum of one year experience as LCH Medical Assistant preferred.
• Prior experience as medical assistant or similar capacity such as patient care technician or certified nursing assistant, preferred.
• Basic front desk, clerical, or support specialist skills/experience helpful.
• Ability to work with clinical staff, multitask within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to the concepts of preventive health care programs and team approach to health care delivery.
• Phlebotomy skills preferred.
• Experience working with computers.
• Experience working in electronic medical records.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize.
• Demonstrates proficiency in all medical assistant duties and responsibilities.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

About Legacy Community Health

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

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

Approachable & Collaborative

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

Driven & Committed

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

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

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