Certified Medical Assistant (PSYCH/Transmountain)

Extended Job Title
Certified Medical Assistant (PSYCH/Transmountain)

Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description
Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from department administrator. May supervise other Medical Assistants, clerical staff and student positions. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions. May be stressful when working under emergency conditions

Requisition ID
32043BR

Travel Required
None

Major/Essential Functions

• Records height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, and pain assessment
• Assists physician while patient is being examined
• Performs simple laboratory tests, first aid procedures and administers injections
• Records medical history, data on physicals, surgery referrals, and other facts as indicated
• Gives instructions to patient on diet, medication or special procedures as indicated by physician
• Schedules appointments to specialists, ancillary services, organizations or hospitals if indicated and obtains authorization of insurance as needed
• Collect blood samples in appropriate containers after positive patient identification and properly labels specimen(s). Completes patient Requisition
• Verifies identity of samples with orders and processes laboratory specimen as indicated
• Obtain medication pre-authorization and consults with provider for any changes as needed
• Routes specimens to appropriate test site
• Ensures that exam rooms are clean and stocked; maintains daily inventory and orders supplies
• Prepares instruments and equipment to sterilize
• Documents all in-house testing and procedures in EMR and in department log books
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor within the policies of the dept. and TTUHSC in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department

Grant Funded?
No

Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications

Pay Basis
Hourly

Work Location
El Paso

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience in an ambulatory clinical practice setting
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems
• A basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with Joint Commission and its standards
• Experience with medical supply inventory and restocking
• Bilingual English/Spanish

 

Campus
HSC - El Paso

Department
Transmountain Practice Admin Elp

Required Attachments
Resume / CV

Job Type
Full Time

Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Job Group
Research Technicians

Occasional Duties

• Assists physician with minor surgery
• Prepares for procedure by setting up needed supplies and equipment

 

Shift
Day

EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED Equivalent. 
• Must be a graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assisting Program. 
• Current Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required. 
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary setting; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

 

Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No

Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx