Medical Assistant, Clinical Float Pool

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) to support physicians and healthcare teams. The role involves patient preparation, history taking, basic lab duties, and minor procedures, reporting to the Clinical Supervisor.

Responsibilities include patient care, clinical support, administrative duties, and equipment management. A high school diploma and 1 year of clinical experience are required, with preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of relevant clinical experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
• Associate degree in Medical Assisting or related field preferred.
• 2 years of relevant healthcare experience preferred.
• BLS and Phlebotomy certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
• Records patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Assists physicians during physical examinations.
• Administers medications and treatments under supervision.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
• Performs basic laboratory tests.
• Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in examination rooms.
• Handles patient inquiries, billing, and insurance verification.
• Operates and maintains medical equipment.
• Orders and maintains medical supplies.
• Ensures proper sterilization of instruments.

Skills

Patient care

Medical history taking

Vital signs

Admin tasks

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Medical Assisting (preferred)

Tools

BLS certification

Phlebotomy certification

RMA certification

Job description

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.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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