Medical Assistant

University of North Texas Health Science Center; Town of Texas, Fort Worth (WI, TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking health science center as a Medical Assistant. This role focuses on providing exceptional care in musculoskeletal and performing arts medicine. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong organizational skills, compassion, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving health outcomes and creating a healthier community. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program is required.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Measure patient vital signs and perform injections as ordered.
• Optimize patient scheduling and manage patient flow.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Customer Service

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Health Records

NextGen

Job description

Title: Medical Assistant

Employee Classification: Medical Assistant

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Health Systems

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Systems & Clinical Aff

Department: HSC-HSC Hlth Osteopathic Manip Med-346400

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate With Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

HSC Health is the academic clinical practice for the Health Science Center. Focused on improving health outcomes to build a healthier community. HSC Health primary and multispecialty care clinics are located on the HSC campus in Fort Worth. Our care teams extend to local hospitals, surgery centers, long-term and continuing care centers, and mobile and in-home care. HSC Health's inter-professional teams work collaboratively to achieve an optimized treatment plan tailored to the individual patient. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, specialized technicians, and nurses work together while intentionally integrating health care students, residents, and fellows to deliver care to our community.

Position Overview

HSC Health Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team of healthcare providers at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Our team specializes in Musculoskeletal and Performing Arts Medicine, providing exceptional care to a diverse patient population. This role requires a candidate with strong organizational skills, a diverse set of interests and skill set, and strong interpersonal communication abilities. Candidate must exhibit compassion, understanding, the ability to work well in teams, and the ability to function in a fast paced environment is critical for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program and six (6) months of customer service experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintains and enhances clinical skills and knowledge on a regular basis; keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.


• Seeks opportunities to accept ideas and help from coworkers to accomplish work goals; ensures smooth transition of important patient care information from one caregiver or department to another; is willing to share credit; appreciates differences in personalities; shows empathy.


• Consistently produces thorough and timely work; attentive to details; asks questions to accurately document information and update records; shows concern for every aspect of the job; ensures excellent communication and follow-up.


• Understands and respects the need for structured guidelines and protocols, willing to ask for clarification if something doesn't make sense and could cause harm to a patient or result in less than an excellent level of care; demonstrates compliance with required standards.


• Continually searches for ways to provide value-added solutions to customers; understands and anticipates customers needs and keeps customers needs in mind when making decisions; takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty; solicits customer feedback to ensure satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program required, three (3) years related experience in ambulatory care, NextGen experience, Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Medical Assistant certification, and CPR (BLS) certified.

Job Duties:

• Measure patient vital signs as standard of care. Perform procedures, injections, and administer vaccines as ordered by the provider. All care documented in the electronic health record.


• Optimize patient scheduling by managing patient flow and providing access to care. Following standard Department workflows.


• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.


• Perform and process routine laboratory tests and sample analyses as ordered by provider.


• Thoroughly complete provider orders, referrals, and insurance authorizations to ensure timely delivery of care and provide patient with educational material.


• Deliver culturally competent care that respects each patients individual beliefs.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.