Medical Assistant
Full Time
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Posted Today
Job description
Department
HSC-Health Systems-999999
Job Location
Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
As a full-time employee, you can enjoy a robust
benefits package, including:
- tuition benefits
- paid time off plus paid holidays
- 100% state-paid medical insurance premium for eligible employees and 50% premium paid for eligible dependents
- State of Texasretirement and optional plans
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Department Summary
HSC Health is the academic clinical practice for the University of North Texas Health Science Center. You will have opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing compassionate and skilled care to our patients. Our primary and multispecialty care clinics provide opportunity to support specialties such as:
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric Mobile Clinic
- Family Medicine
- Cardiology
- Geriatrics
- Gastroenterology
- Dermatology
- Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
- Student Health / Priority Care
Position Overview
A successful Medical Assistant will have:
- Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections, as needed by assigned clinic.
- Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Demonstrated sound judgment and composure, with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
- Good computer skills using a medical management application.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of accredited Medical Assistant Program
- Six (6) months of customer service experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Clinical/Professional Knowledge & Skills – Demonstrates basic skills and knowledge of the job; maintains and enhances clinical skills and knowledge on a regular basis; keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
- Team Skills – Seeks opportunities to accept ideas and help from co-workers to accomplish work goals; ensures smooth transition of important Patient care information from one caregiver or department to another; is willing to share credit; appreciates differences in personalities; shows empathy; has a sense of humor and is willing to laugh at self.
- Accuracy/Attention to Detail – Consistently produces thorough and timely work; is very attentive to details; asks questions to accurately document Patient information and update records; shows concern for every aspect of the job; ensures excellent communication and follow-up.
- Respect for Standard – Understands and respects the need for structured guidelines and protocols, but is willing to ask for clarification if something doesn’t make sense and could cause harm to a Patient or result in less than an excellent level of care; demonstrates compliance with required standards.
- Customer Focus – Continually searches for ways to provide value-added solutions to customers; understands and anticipates customer’s needs and keeps customer’s needs in mind when making decisions; takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty; solicits customer feedback to ensure satisfaction with product, service and/or relationship; uses patient’s name and respects needs of different age groups
Preferred Qualifications
- Medical Assistant Certification – CCMA or NRCMA
- Medical Assistant experience; new graduates with completed onsite externship welcomed.
- Experience with NextGen EMR
- Bilingual in Spanish/English
Required License / Registration / Certification
Medical Assistant certification, and CPR (BLS) certification.
Work Schedule
Full Time, 40 hours weekly, Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm
Position is on-site at HSC Health. No travel required.
Position is on-site at HSC Health. No travel required.
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title
Medical Assistant
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Cleaning, Crawling, Kneeling, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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Measure patient vital signs as standard of care. Perform procedures, injections, and administer vaccines as ordered by the provider. All care documented in the electronic health record.
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Optimize patient scheduling by managing patient flow and providing access to care. Following standard Department workflows.
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Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean. Clean and sterilize instruments and properly dispose of contaminated or expired medical supplies.
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Thoroughly complete provider orders, referrals, and insurance authorizations to ensure timely delivery of care and provide patient with educational material.
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Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patient’s individual beliefs.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S6433P
Position End Date (if temporary)
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