Ambulatory Clinic Health Care Associate (FT) - Pediatrics Clinic: Prairie Village

The University of Kansas Hospital; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution as an Ambulatory Clinic Health Care Associate. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring efficient patient flow in the Pediatrics Clinic. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients for examinations, assisting medical staff, and maintaining accurate medical records. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact patient care. If you are passionate about healthcare and committed to providing exceptional service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; nursing program enrollment preferred.
• Experience in medical office settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient examinations and treatments with a focus on customer service.
• Maintain medical records and ensure proper documentation of patient history.
• Assist medical staff with procedures and clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Medical Record Management

Vital Signs Measurement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or science-related field

Enrolled in an accredited nursing program

Job description

Ambulatory Clinic Health Care Associate (FT) - Pediatrics Clinic: Prairie Village

Job ID: R-43114 Job Type: Full time Location: Prairie Village, Kansas

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Ambulatory Clinic Healthcare Associate ensures efficient patient flow by facilitating examinations and treatments in a culturally sensitive manner with excellent customer service. Responsibilities include preparing patients, performing limited procedures, scheduling tests or consultations, maintaining records, organizing clinic/exam rooms, managing supplies and equipment, and assisting medical staff.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

1. Schedule radiology tests, obtain films and reports, prepare laboratory specimens.
2. Assist physicians and nurses with procedures and examinations as per competency checklist.
3. Coordinate with healthcare team to implement patient care plans; document patient history as needed.
4. Record data for procedures and ensure proper documentation in medical records.
5. Maintain medical records, ensure documentation is complete, distribute reports, and manage filing.
6. Keep examination rooms clean and organized, stock supplies, and perform required checks on equipment and logs.
7. Perform clerical duties such as patient greeting, registration, scheduling, pre-certification, insurance processing, financial record keeping, and phone handling.
8. Assist with simple procedures as directed by healthcare professionals.
9. Take vital signs and perform screening procedures, documenting findings accurately.
10. Perform professional, clinical, or technical competencies relevant to the assigned department.

Note: These responsibilities are essential but not exhaustive; duties may vary by department or unit.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing program with fundamentals completed, or
• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare or science-related field, or
• Three years of inpatient/rehab/LTC experience under RN supervision.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous medical office experience.

Required Licensure and Certification:

• CPR/AED/BLS certification.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40+), disability, veteran status, or genetic information.