Medical Assistant

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-UNT Health Geriatrics-345500


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 University of North Texas Health 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 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.

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Department Summary


UNT Health is the academic clinical practice for the Health Science Center. Focused on improving health outcomes to build a healthier community. UNT Health primary and multispecialty care clinics are located on the UNT Health 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. UNT Health's interprofessional 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


UNT Health Center for Older Adults, WellMed Clinic, 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 wide 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 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. Respects the need for structured guidelines and protocols, demonstrates compliance with required standards. Customer Focus: continually searches for ways to provide value-added solutions to customers; understands and anticipates customers' needs when making decisions; takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty; solicits customer feedback to ensure satisfaction.


Preferred Qualifications


Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program required, three (3) years related experience in ambulatory care with older adults, NextGen experience, Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.


Required License/Registration/Certifications


Medical Assistant certification and CPR (BLS) certification.


Job Duties

• 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.
• Optimize patient scheduling by managing patient flow and providing access to care. Following standard Department workflows.
• 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.
• Perform and process routine laboratory tests and sample analyses as ordered by provider.
• Thoroughly complete provider orders, referrals, and insurance authorizations to ensure timely delivery of care and provide patient with educational material.
• Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patients individual beliefs.

Physical Requirements

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule


Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00pm


Driving University Vehicle


No


Security Sensitive


This is a Security Sensitive Position.


Special Instructions


Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.


Benefits


For information regarding our Benefits, click here .


EEO Statement


The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.