Ambulatory Surgery Clinic Medical Assistant

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid pension

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in an ambulatory clinic setting. The role involves routine clerical and clinical tasks, ensuring efficient patient care and accurate documentation.

Requirements include completion of a recognized Medical Assistant program and at least one year of ambulatory/clinical experience, BLS certification, and knowledge of insurance eligibility and referral rules. Bilingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized medical assistant program and one year ambulatory/clinical experience.
• BLS certification (AHA) accepted; some roles may require Office Lab Assistant License within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledge of verifying insurance eligibility/benefits and insurance referral requirements.
• Experience in a specialty surgical clinic (e.g., General Surgery, Bariatric, Urology, Surgical Oncology, ENT).
• Bilingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clerical and clinical tasks within the clinic to assist physicians and other licensed providers.
• Support patient flow and documentation during ambulatory visits, testing, and procedures.

Skills

Front desk experience

Back-office support

Insurance verification

Bilingual preferred

Medical terminology

Education

Medical Assistant program

Job description

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in an ambulatory clinic setting. The role involves routine clerical and clinical tasks, ensuring efficient patient care and accurate documentation.

Requirements include completion of a recognized Medical Assistant program and at least one year of ambulatory/clinical experience, BLS certification, and knowledge of insurance eligibility and referral rules. Bilingual is a plus.