Medical Assistant Bilingual - School Clinic
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
- $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
- Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- And much more!
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Location: YES Prep Northline Secondary - YES Prep Northline Secondary
Medical Assistant - School Clinic (Job Overview)
Schedule: Monday-Thursday (7AM-4:15PM) and Friday (7AM-3PM)
Are you ready to revolutionize school-based healthcare with Legacy Community Health? As a School Based Health Medical Assistant, you will be at the forefront of a dynamic healthcare setting, transforming traditional roles into a cutting-edge experience for both students and medical providers. This is your chance to pioneer innovative healthcare solutions within a school environment, while expanding your professional horizons.
- Role Highlights: Embrace a multifaceted clinic role that offers growth and skill diversification.
- Work Environment Benefits: Collaborate with a forward-thinking team dedicated to digital transformation and agile methodologies.
- Impact and Growth Opportunities: Play a pivotal role in community healthcare and be a catalyst for positive change.
- Team Collaboration Aspects: Work alongside medical providers, elevating healthcare delivery with data-driven approaches.
- Mission-Driven Elements: Contribute to a mission that prioritizes the health and well-being of students and the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage digital tools to maintain and create patient accounts/records within medical software programs.
- Assess and optimize the accuracy of demographic and policy information, ensuring data integrity.
- Utilize technology to photocopy and capture patient identification and insurance details.
- Review and update patient records with precision, using cutting-edge software solutions.
- Evaluate patient insurance policies and ensure comprehensive coverage analysis.
- Refer patients utilizing efficient digital pathways to eligibility coordinators in nearby Legacy Clinics.
- Streamline clinic operations by completing necessary paperwork and handling incoming calls efficiently.
- Perform client intake using digital systems and coordinate seamless communication with staff.
- Collaborate directly with the school-based clinic nurse practitioner, enhancing clinic operations through innovative solutions.
- Document client care and interactions promptly and accurately using electronic medical records.
- Assist with lab results and follow-up using automated systems, ensuring timely processing and communication.
- Conduct phlebotomy duties with precision and care, employing the latest techniques and tools.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED with keen interest in medical technology.
- BLS/CPR certification, underscoring commitment to emergency readiness.
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program, certification preferred for elevated practice standards.
- Proficiency in independent work and multitasking, leveraging modern tech solutions.
- Exceptional communication skills to engage with diverse educational and social backgrounds.
- Competency in electronic medical record software for efficient data management.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment.
- Bilingual skills preferred, enhancing communication and accessibility.
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.