Medical Assistant II, Primary Care (First Floor), University Health Services

Medical Assistant II, Primary Care (First Floor), University Health Services

Hiring Department: Healthyhorns - University Health Services

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Our mission at Healthyhorns is to enhance the health and well-being of students' bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals. Healthyhorns is an umbrella brand encompassing University Health Services, Counseling and Mental Health Center and Longhorn Wellness Center. Together, the departments work to enhance the health and well-being of students' bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals.

University Health Services (UHS) is an accredited on-campus medical facility dedicated to addressing the varied healthcare needs of UT Austin students. UHS provides comprehensive services, including general medical care, public health education and specialty clinics.

The University of Texas at Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

To assist health care professionals with the delivery of patient care services and to perform clinical skills as ordered by medical provider.

• Assists with the evaluation and care of patients to be seen by UHS providers.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance pattern.
• Performs department specific procedures and treatments per UHS Policies and Procedures.
• Exhibits behaviors consistent with organizational values by demonstrating respect and professionalism, adhering to customer service standards and policies, maintaining patient confidentiality, and actively engaging in quality improvement efforts.
• Maintains a level of knowledge conducive to providing high quality patient care.
• Actively participates in maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Participates in other assignments/activities/duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED.

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program, current Medical Assistant Certification (CME or CCMA).

At least three years of experience as a Medical Assistant in primary care or Sport Medicine outpatient clinic setting.

CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Experience serving as a liaison between the clinic manager and staff.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to build camaraderie and teamwork.

A professional demeanor.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Experience using electronic medical records, Microsoft Word/Excel software, Windows environment.

Experience with and a moderate comfort level using a personal computer.

Demonstrated ability to learn tasks quickly with minimal training and supervision.

Flexibility with shifting priorities.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected health information.

Regular and punctual attendance.

Exhibits customer service-oriented behavior and excellent public relations skills in all aspects of work.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

$47,020 per year

May work around standard office conditions

May work around biohazards

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Lifting and moving

Exposure to chemicals and commercial items typically found in offices, medical clinics, and building repairs/maintenance.

Monday Friday, 8AM 5PM

Work schedule to be discussed during interview

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest