Medical Assistant (MFM)
Company: Pediatrix Medical Group
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview Responsibilities The Medical Assistant will support
physicians and clinical staff in providing specialized patient care
by performing both clinical and administrative duties specific to
the practice's area of focus. The ideal candidate will have strong
technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment
to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. The Medical
Assistant's primary responsibilities may vary based on state
regulations. - Greet and escort patient to exam room, prepare
patient for visits by obtaining medical history, current
medications, allergies, and chief complaints and document all
information in patient medical record. - Assist with patient flow
to ensure timely visits. - Support delivery of high-quality patient
experience through excellent customer service and communication
with patients, families and other care providers while ensuring a
safe patient care environment. - Provide assistance to physician
and/or advanced practice provider in preparing and conducting
medical exams and office procedures under direct guidance and
supervision of physician and advance practice provider. . - Perform
applicable medical procedures collect, and prepare laboratory
specimens, administer injections/immunizations, and perform
venipuncture, as allowed by state regulations. - Communicate
information and instructions to patients as directed by physician,
advanced practice provider, or nursing staff and ensure patient's
understanding of the information. - Assist with scheduling of
tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments, and communicate test
results to patients. - Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with
adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare
sterilization as required. - Respond to calls and requests for
referrals and appointments, triage and process messages, and
requests from patients, clinic staff, referring physicians and
pharmacies. Maintains patient files, records, and other
information. Qualifications Education: - Diploma from an accredited
program for Medical Assistants required. - Certification as a
Medical Assistant preferred or as required by State - CPR/BLS
certification preferred Experience Industry: Healthcare Experience:
- 1 years in an office-based setting preferred. - OB/GYN or MFM
Office experience is strongly preferred. Skills/Abilities: - Must
have the ability to follow universal precautions, OSHA standards
and HIPAA regulations - Strong verbal and written skills - Superior
customer service skills - High level of professionalism - Ability
to maintain patient confidentiality. Benefits and Compensation Take
great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix
& Obstetrix, that's not only our motto at work each day; it's also
how we view our employees and their families. We know that our
greatest asset is YOU. We take pride in offering comprehensive
benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle,
supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered
include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as
a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are
provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between
employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary
plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll
deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways
Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves
and their families. About Us Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the
nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for
women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a
single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical
group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing
coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to
women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in
hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's
high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant
investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety
initiatives. Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are
becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings
can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site:
www.pediatrix.com/careers. PedMA Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity
Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or
veteran status.
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