Job Profile: Medical Assistant
Company Name: University of North Texas System
University of North Texas System
• Fort Worth, TX, United States
• via UNTS Careers – UNT System
• Full–time
Job highlights
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Qualifications
- This role requires a candidate with strong organizational skills, a diverse set of interests and skill set, and strong interpersonal communication abilities
- Candidate must exhibit compassion, understanding, the ability to work well in teams, and the ability to function in a fast-paced environment is critical for this position
- High school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program and six (6) months of customer service experience
- 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 coworkers 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
- Accuracy/Attention to Detail – Consistently produces thorough and timely work; attentive to details; asks questions to accurately document 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, willing to ask for clarification if something does not 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 customers needs and keeps customers needs in mind when making decisions; takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty; solicits customer feedback to ensure satisfaction
- Required License/Registration/Certifications
- Medical Assistant certification, and CPR (BLS) certification
Benefits of University of North Texas System
- Salary: Commensurate with experience
- FTE: 1.000000
- Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
Responsibilities
- Thoroughly complete provider orders, referrals, and insurance authorizations to ensure timely delivery of care and provide patient with educational material
- Perform and process routine laboratory tests and sample analyses as ordered by provider
- Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patients individual beliefs
- 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
- 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
- Optimize patient scheduling by managing patient flow and providing access to care
- Following standard Department workflows
Job description for University of North Texas System
Title: Medical Assistant
Employee Classification: Medical Assistant
Campus: University of North Texas – Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Health Systems
SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Systems & Clinical Aff
Department: HSC-HSC Health Dermatology-345720
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us – Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
HSC Health is the academic clinical practice for the Health Science Center. Focused on improving health outcomes to build a healthier community. HSC Health primary and multispecialty care clinics are located on the HSC campus in Fort Worth. Our care teams extend to local hospitals, surgery centers, long-term and continuing care centers, and mobile and in-home care. HSC Health’s inter-professional teams work collaboratively to achieve an optimized treatment plan tailored to the individual patient. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, specialized technicians, and nurses work together while intentionally integrating health care students, residents, and fellows to deliver care to our community.
Position Overview
HSC Health Dermatology is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team of healthcare providers at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. This role requires a candidate with strong organizational skills, a diverse set of interests and skill set, and strong interpersonal communication abilities. Candidate must exhibit compassion, understanding, the ability to work well in teams, and the ability to function in a fast-paced environment is critical for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program and six (6) months of customer service experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• 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 coworkers 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.
• Accuracy/Attention to Detail – Consistently produces thorough and timely work; attentive to details; asks questions to accurately document 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, willing to ask for clarification if something does not 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 customers needs and keeps customers needs in mind when making decisions; takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty; solicits customer feedback to ensure satisfaction.
Preferred Qualifications
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program required, experience in ambulatory care, NextGen experience, Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
• Medical Assistant certification, and CPR (BLS) certification.
Job Duties:
• Thoroughly complete provider orders, referrals, and insurance authorizations to ensure timely delivery of care and provide patient with educational material.
• Perform and process routine laboratory tests and sample analyses as ordered by provider.
• Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patients individual beliefs.
• 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.
• 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.
• Optimize patient scheduling by managing patient flow and providing access to care. Following standard Department workflows.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
N/A
Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity and actively prohibits discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence), and retaliation based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status throughout its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, and employment practices. The University promptly investigates any allegations of discrimination and implements corrective measures when necessary. Furthermore, the University takes steps to safeguard individuals from retaliation who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory behavior, file a complaint, or participate in an investigation or hearing.
