Medical Assistant

Uconn Health Center; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient flow and routine clinical tasks in outpatient settings. You will help prepare patients, assist with exams, and perform basic procedures under supervision.

Requirements include completion of an accredited MA program with CMA or LPN licensure, BLS certification, and EPIC experience. Monday–Friday schedule with 8:30 am–5:00 pm shifts and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program and CMA designation.
• Must possess and maintain CMA, or LPN licensure as applicable.
• Must possess and maintain American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or be willing to obtain within six months of hire.
• Upload a copy of RMA/EMT certification or LPN license as required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth patient flow and assist with routine measurements.
• Prepare patients and assist with exams and procedures.
• Instruct patients on basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Refer patients to appropriate physician or nursing staff when needed.
• Document activities in the patient record and support care plans.

Skills

Medical assisting knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability under pressure

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES Medical Assistant Program

Certified Medical Assistant CMA

LPN licensure

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Medical Assistant, 2027-474

The University of Connecticut Health Center is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EEO and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at www.ethics.state.ct.us .

PURPOSE OF CLASS:

At UConn Health, this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in scheduling, patient flow, assisting with patients and routine clinical tasks in an outpatient, inpatient or specialty setting.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of an employee of higher rank.

Certified Medical Assistants (RMA), Licensed Practical Nurses ("LPN"), or Emergency Medical Technicians ("EMT") are encouraged to apply. YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR RMA, EMT CERTIFICATION or LPN LICENSE.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Maintains smooth and efficient patient flow; may perform routine procedures i.e., vital signs, height, weight, visual acuity, urine testing, in accordance with protocols;

Prepares patients; assists with exams and special procedures;

Instructs patients as outlined for basic diagnostic procedures/ treatments/specimen collections;

Refers patients to appropriate physician/nursing staff when special needs are identified;

Reports pertinent observations to nurse and/or physician;

Charts activities in the record;

Participates in implementation of care plans;

Attends interdisciplinary meetings; prepares rooms and work area for clinics, including stocking of rooms and carts;

Inventories and orders equipment;

Checks equipment and reports that which is malfunctioning; answers phone and performs clerical work as needed;

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Knowledge, Skill And Ability:

Knowledge of medical assisting practices;

Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, routines;

Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills;

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;

Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.

Experience and Training:

General Experience:

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program [CAAHEP or ABHES] and designation as a Certified Medical Assistant [CMA] by certifying body as determined by UConn Health, OR

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), OR

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and maintain certification/credentialing as a medical assistant, certification as an EMT, or State of CT Licensure as an LPN.

Must possess and maintain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or formal training for healthcare providers. This is the only accepted credential.

Other CPR/AED credentials may be accepted at hire, but incumbents will be required to obtain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain during employment.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with children

Electronic Medical Record- EPIC

Scheduling, answering telephones, check in/out

Prior authorizations for medications

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be exposed to infectious/communicable diseases;

Exposure to some chemical cleaning agents;

Subject to long periods of standing;

Considerable effort may be required in assisting/lifting of patients.

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday. 8:30 AM-5:00 PM with a 30-minute meal break. Includes minor holidays