Medical Assistant

Allergy & ENT Associates is looking for a Medical Assistant at our River Oaks Office! What are we about? As a multi-state, physician-led team of specialized providers and dedicated staff, we are focused on enhancing the well-being of our patients living with allergy, asthma, and sinus conditions. Our mission is simple: to empower individuals to embrace life to the fullest through personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate healthcare. Address: 2415 West Alabama Street, Suite 208 Houston, Texas 77098 Office Hours: Monday 9:00am – 6:00pm Tuesday 8:30am – 5:00pm Wednesday 8:30am – 5:00pm Thursday 9:30am – 6:30pm Friday 7:30am – 3:00pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed We Offer Benefits! Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO and more! Position Summary To provide quality patient care services to the patients of Allergy & ENT Associates under the direction of physicians/providers and the nursing staff. Supports the goals and the objectives of the Company. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Front desk reception Answers phones and schedules appointments Greets patients with a smile, completion of registration forms, and gives instructions Processes, codes, and completes insurance claim forms Uses communication skills with appropriate medical terminology Clinical: Measures and records vital signs Interview patients while recording and updating medical information (history, chief complaint) and medications etc. into the E H R Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests Provides patient education with regards to medications and instructions set forth by the provider to manage their health Prepares and administers medications with physician authorization Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks and prepares exam room for patient Cleans and sterilizes instruments Check and responds to patient phone calls (communicating w/the provider on course of action and relaying to the patient) Review and prepare requests and prior authorizations for medications Scribing and assisting with procedures Performs routine allergy skin testing per protocols and documents results. Full shot office responsibility Educates testing patients regarding environmental controls, treatment plans, and medications Familiar with signs and symptoms of allergy testing systemic reactions. Familiar with emergency equipment and protocols for treatment. Seeks immediate assistance from RN/LVN staff in dealing with emergency treatment for allergy testing patients Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school graduate or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or comparable experience. 3 years medical office experience preferred. Current CPR certification required. Medical Assistant Certification a plus. Must be self-directed and able to work independently Attention to detail a must Professional, calm and courteous demeanor Excellent verbal and written communication skills COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel and Word Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Safety and Confidentiality - Follows OSHA regulations and the safety guidelines of the Pract