Medical Assistant Job at University of North Texas Health Science Center
University of North Texas Health Science Center Dallas, TX 75201
Department
HSC-HSC Health Family Med-Gen-345400
Job Location
Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit
https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Department Summary
The UNT Health Science Center Clinical Practice Group is the academic practice plan for the Health Science Center. Focused on primary care and improving health outcomes to all to build a healthier community, UNTHSC Clinical Practice Group has 13 unique clinics on the UNTHSC campus. Select specialties are aligned with key educational and clinical objectives supporting our primary care focus. In each clinic, an interprofessional team works collaboratively to achieve an optimized treatment plan tailored to the individual patient. The UNTHSC Clinical Practice Group as an interdisciplinary team of primary care and specialty care providers who are dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of our patients through patient-centered clinical care, research and the education of health profession students.
Position Overview
The HSC Health Family Medicine Clinic at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Medical Assistant to join our team.
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
Bilingual (Spanish)
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
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, Lifting up to 10 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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Ensuring all patient care duties are completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner in accordance with office nursing standards of care, JCAHO, and University policies.
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Ensuring all patient care duties are completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner in accordance with office nursing standards of care, JCAHO, and University policies.
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Takes Vital Signs.
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Determines Allergy Status.
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Administers Immunizations.
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Assists in Procedures.
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Monitors Lab Results.
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Completes Lab Slips.
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Assists Front Desk With Patient Check-In.
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Administers Medications.
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Maintains a Safe Environment For Patients and Other Staff.
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Demonstrates understanding of appropriate infection control techniques.
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Ensures safe environment for patients and staff.
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Maintains supplies required for functioning of clinic.
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Accomplishes managed care or insurance referrals, prescription refills and prompt return of patient phone calls.
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Maintains patient medical records.
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Maintains sample medications and vaccine.
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Accomplishes telephone triage and patient triage.
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Maintains organized work space.
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Maintains appropriate work behaviors.
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The Medical Assistant is responsible for ensuring all patient care duties are completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner in accordance with office nursing standards of care, JCAHO, and University policies.
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Other tasks as assigned
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S5510P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
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