Medical Assistant (MA), Mobile

Medical Assistant (MA), Mobile

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Grant-funded Full-time

Job Number

16963

Department

Public Health Services

Division

Community Health & Wellness

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

10/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 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.

Our Values:

HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve the community's health and well-being.

• Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

This is a grant-funded position.

Position Overview:

The Medical Assistant delivers safe and compassionate care as a vital member of the healthcare team, providing patient-centered care and ensuring patient safety. This role serves patients seeking services from the Clinical Health Services (CHS) Program, working with the clinical team to create and maintain efficient, patient-centered daily clinic operations while providing comprehensive care to all Harris County Public Health patients. The role operates and adheres to the federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Harris County Public Health (HCPH).This position will service Harris County communities by providing great comprehensive care to patients throughout Harris County.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with patient appointments by performing Vaccination, Phlebotomy (including capillary and venous draws), urine collection, pregnancy tests, lead testing, vital signs, & gathering patient histories.
• Perform clinic front office duties; scheduling, answering phone, and checking patients in/out as needed.
• Prepares and labels all patient specimens for transport to appropriate laboratories.
• Provides in-room support for all clinical staff during the clinic visits as needed, including assisting the provider during procedures.
• Maintains laboratory and exam rooms in a neat, clean, and orderly manner in accordance with infection control policies, and complete monthly inventory.
• Assists in performing data entry and electronic data processing by using the HCPH electronic medical record system (Epic), Microsoft Excel, and any other related programs/sites.
• Support the coordination of scheduling patients to receive services from Multidisciplinary team members.
• Interviews client to collect required information for eligibility determination, using grant and payor guidelines.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Completion of a community college or business/technical school Medical Assistant program

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists (AMT), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Valid Texas Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power-point, Outlook)
• 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 teammates
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Core Competencies:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
• Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
• Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Experience:

• At least six (6) months of experience in a healthcare setting

Language:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position - 40 hours per week
• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Due to the nature of the work, shifts may occasionally be extended beyond the scheduled end time or days may vary, including weekends, as needed.
• Must be willing to drive throughout Harris County jurisdiction and to Harris County Public Health Clinics.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in both a clinical environment as well as in alternative community-based settings including mobile clinical health services events in different locations throughout Harris County. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and scanners.

Physical Demands:

• This role requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to twenty (20) pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.

Work Location:

• Mobile Clinical Health Services Team
• Primary Reporting Address: 5815 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX 77091
• This position requires travel to multiple community locations within Harris County, as directed

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

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Have you completed a Medical Assistant program at a community college or business/technical school?

• Yes, I have completed a Medical Assistant program at a community college.
• Yes, I have completed a Medical Assistant program at a business or technical school.
• No, but I am currently enrolled in a Medical Assistant program.
• No, I have not completed a Medical Assistant program.

02

Do you currently hold a Medical Assistant Certification?

• Yes, I hold a current and active Medical Assistant Certification.
• No, but I am in the process of obtaining it.
• No, I do not hold a Medical Assistant Certification

03

Do you currently hold an active CPR certification?

• Yes, I currently hold an active CPR certification.
• No, I do not hold an active CPR certification. I will obtain the certification if selected for this role.
• N/A; No Certificate

04

This role requires a Valid Drivers License (Texas upon hire). Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• I have a valid Texas driver's license.
• I have a valid driver's license from another state but can obtain a Texas license upon hire.
• I do not have a valid driver's license.

05

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in a healthcare setting. (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

• Less than six (6) months.
• Six (6) months or more.
• I do not have this experience.

06

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? If yes, what is your level of proficiency in Spanish?

• Yes, I am fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Yes, I am proficient in conversational Spanish only.
• Yes, I have basic knowledge of Spanish.
• No, I am not bilingual in English and Spanish.

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Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx