Medical Assistant – Public Health Clinical Services

Job overview

The Medical Assistant – Public Health Clinical Services position is onsite in Brownsville, TX, and pays $32,548 per year. The role supports Cameron County Public Health’s Clinical Services Program across its public health clinics. The certified Medical Assistant provides clinical and clerical support that helps clinics deliver services and maintain accurate medical and financial records. The work includes preparing clients and clinical sessions, documenting care, supporting testing and referrals, and helping coordinate clinic operations.

What you'll do

• Interview clients or guardians to obtain health histories and immunization status
• prepare and administer immunizations and treatments under program protocols
• enter client data and maintain medical records
• plan and schedule clinics
• take vital signs and perform screening laboratory tests
• coordinate specimen collection and follow-up
• prepare equipment and supplies
• route abnormal results to appropriate clinical staff
• assist with reports and quality assurance reviews
• register and direct clients
• schedule appointments
• maintain records and supplies
• travel to public health clinic sites as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical assistant

public health

clinical services

brownsville tx

cameron county

immunizations

family planning

std services

prenatal services

laboratory testing

medical records

clinic scheduling

$32,548/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and life insurance, sick and annual leave, retirement system, and paid holidays.

Why this role

Current Medical Assistant certification from an accredited school and a valid Texas driver’s license are required. The role may require work during emergencies, extended hours, and nontraditional schedules, including Saturdays and Sundays.

About the employer

Cameron County is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Public Health Programs. Sector: 92.