Medical Assistant I/II/III - Ob/Gyn (Katy)

Position Overview

UTHealth Houston’s UT Physicians Gyn-oncology, MFM and Uro-gynecology (Katy) clinic is seeking a Front Desk Medical Assistant to support physicians, nurse practitioners, and midwives in providing comprehensive care for women’s reproductive health, pregnancy, and general gynecologic needs. Our team thrives in a supportive and collaborative environment where teamwork and quality care are paramount.

Location: UT Physicians Ob/Gyn Katy, 23920 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77494.
Schedule: Full-Time, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote quality patient care and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in planning and preparing patient visits ensuring necessary schedules, test results, and clinic-specific requirements are available.
• Room patients efficiently while documenting chief complaints, vital signs, and relevant history.
• Perform appropriate tests (e.g., hearing and vision, EKG, spirometry, point-of-care testing) and other procedures as required.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms and clinic supplies and ensure proper cleaning between patients.
• Assist with routine and specialty procedures.
• Schedule follow-up appointments or referrals and handle routine clerical duties such as photocopying, scanning, and faxing.
• Manage telephone messaging and in-person screening with appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience in a medical assisting role or completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training Program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association.
• Knowledge in the use and care of standard clinic equipment.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.

Benefits & Perks

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
• Generous time off: Holidays, preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time (approximately 37-38 days per year).
• Increased vacation accrual with longer tenure.
• Longevity Pay: Monthly payments after two years of service.
• Retirement/Pension plan to secure your future.
• Work/Life Services: Free financial, legal, and mental health counseling, gym membership discounts, wellness programs, and various employee discounts.
• Additional benefits: Resources for child and elder care support.