Administrative Program Assistant Coordinator (APAC) - Urology Clinic

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 22,594 - 32,179; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Retirement Savings

Certification and education support

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is seeking a Medical Assistant in Charlottesville, Virginia. The role involves assisting registered nurses with various clinical functions and responsibilities while maintaining effective communication within the healthcare team.

Ideal candidates must have a High School Diploma, three years of clinical experience, and appropriate certifications. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3 years of clinical experience required.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50 lbs.
• Exposure to chemicals, blood/body fluids.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient needs and clinical functions.
• Perform administrative support responsibilities.
• Organize patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care activities

Clinical functions

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current Medical Assistant Certification

Licensure: AHA BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Assists RN with additional and unique needs of the patient population. Perform clinical functions (e.g. vital signs, medication review, pending of medication refills), assist RNs with administrative tasks, and provide general support to RNs. Under the direction of the manager or designee, support clinic functions by retrieving medical records, covering Epic In Baskets, obtaining prior authorizations, and assisting with procedures.

• Assists the RNCC and/or LIP in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients

• Assists the registered nurse and/or provider with patients\' physical, psychological, social, and cultural data collection according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.

• Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities considering patient and interdisciplinary team needs.

• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the RNCC or provider.

• Provides care for all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

• Assists to develop and implement patient/family teaching plans based on identified health education needs and condition and age of the patient.

• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.

• Performs administrative support responsibilities.

• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.

• Contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned in accordance with specialties served.

• Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.

• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: 3 years clinical experience

Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), the AMT (American Medical Technologists), NAHP (The National Association of Healthcare Professions), the ARMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants), or the NHA (National Healthcare Association).

OR

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic. Virginia Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $19.88 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate\'s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off