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About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Position Overview:
The Medical Assistant supports patient care services provided by the Lead Poisoning Prevention (LPP) Program. The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing clinical tasks in accordance with all Harris County Public Health (HCPH) and LPP Program protocols. This position will work with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, patient-centered daily clinic operations while providing comprehensive public health services to all Harris County Public Health patients seeking services.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist with program health screening by performing phlebotomy (including capillary and venous draws), urine collection, pregnancy tests, lead testing, vital signs, and iron
Prepare and label samples (stools for parasite, blood, sputum, etc.) for transport to appropriate laboratories
Provide in-room support for all clinic staff during the clinic visits as needed
Maintains laboratory and exam rooms in a neat, clean, and orderly manner
Inventories supplies and forms; submits items for ordering (via designated software and contract laboratory) as needed
Perform data entry and electronic data processing by using the program EMR, Microsoft Excel, and any other related software
Stock the clinic with all the equipment necessary for client screening services. Assist with rotating dated stock to prevent loss
Perform quality assurance on all needed medical equipment
Other duties as assigned including special tasks involved with responding to emergency events
Education/Licensure/Certifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Completion of an accredited community college or business/technical school Medical Assistant program
American Heart Association CPR Certification
Valid TX Driver's License
Experience:
Six (6) months of experience in a healthcare setting
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
Ability to work well with public and staff members
Full Time
$89k-110k (estimate)
06/27/2024
07/28/2024
meo.hctx.net
Houston, TX
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