Medical Assistant

Title Medical Assistant FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department COM Clinical Practice Division Division of Academic Affairs Educational and Experience Requirement High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent and completion of a Medical Assisting Program. Two years’ experience in a clinic or hospital setting, or related experience. Bilingual preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs Medical Assistant duties for the Sam Houston State University Physicians Clinic. Cares for and treats patients according to accepted nursing and medical standards. Primary Responsibilities Performs Medical Assistant duties. Delivers direct patient care as assigned. Performs testing and gathers information. Communicates with the provider and documents in medical record. Manages medical inventory management. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations. Assists physicians and other providers in the care of sick and injured patients. Rooms and interviews patients regarding their reason for visit, medical history, medications, and other information pertinent to their healthcare. Takes patients’ vital signs and records in the medical record. Maintains supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals as necessary. Maintains, restocks, and cleans exam rooms and checks equipment between patient screenings. Records on electronic health records, all pertinent information concerning care, vitals, and medication. Assists with answering the phone and taking patient messages as needed. Responsibilities include drawing blood, routine injections in children and adults, obtaining specimens, and assisting with minor procedures under the direction of the physicians and other providers. Plans, develops, implements, coordinates and monitors programs or services. Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines. Coordinates and schedules appointments and activities as needed. Interprets policies and procedures. Compiles, tracks, and reviews data and reports. Attends meetings. Prepares, reviews, revises, and distributes reports, documents, and correspondence as directed. Ability to chart Prep. Assist front office with duties. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Must be extremely accurate in following written and oral instructions regarding patient care. Must be able to communicate effectively with outside medical facilities, students, other staff, and visitors. Alertness and careful attention are required to prevent injury to self or others. Must have a positive attitude toward change, professional growth, and teamwork. Must have proficient computer skills. All documentation must be recorded in electronic health record. Must work efficiently due to busy schedules. Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature. Knowledge of health care regulations and medical terminology. Current CPR Certification. This position will be located at 1169 Grand Central Parkway, Conroe TX 77304 Full Time Part Time Full Time EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. #J-18808-Ljbffr