Medical Assistant, Clinical Float Pool

utaustin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Clinical Float Pool in Austin, TX. Immediate start; 40 hours weekly; non-exempt position under Dell Medical School.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, recording histories and vitals, assisting during examinations, and handling administrative duties and basic lab tasks. CMA or RMA certification is required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of relevant clinical experience required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
• Records patient medical histories and vital signs; assists physicians during examinations.
• Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software; handles inquiries and billing.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Medical Assistant, Clinical Float Pool

Hiring Department:

Dell Medical School

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

Job Details:

Purpose: The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) supports physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, the MA works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Key responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, recording medical histories, performing basic laboratory tests, and assisting with minor surgical procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care

• Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
• Records patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Assists physicians during physical examinations.

Clinical Support

• Administers medications and treatments under supervision.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
• Performs basic laboratory tests.

Administrative Duties

• Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in examination rooms.
• Handles patient inquiries, billing, and insurance verification.

Equipment Management

• Operates and maintains medical equipment.
• Orders and maintains medical supplies.
• Ensures proper sterilization of instruments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Medical Assisting or related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience in a healthcare environment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Phlebotomy certification

SALARY RANGE

$43,500 + depending on qualifications

Working Environment and Equipment

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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