Medical Assistant - ENT - Spring Valley

UNLV Medicine; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

PTO 20 days/year

3% 401K contribution after 90 days

Health, Dental, Vision benefits start

Job summary

UNLV Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the ENT team in Las Vegas. This full-time role supports examination and treatment under a physician, ensuring confidentiality and high-quality patient care.

The candidate should have at least a medical assistant program credential, CPR, and HIPAA knowledge, with preferred experience in ambulatory settings and EPIC or similar patient management systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency and Medical Assistant Program graduation required.
• One year medical assisting experience in an ambulatory/clinical setting preferred.
• Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant Certification or Registration required or obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Current CPR certification or obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA laws and ability to adhere to confidentiality policies.
• Knowledge of CLIA and OSHA guidelines and safety practices.
• Familiarity with EKG and basic drugs in medical office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under physician/provider direction.
• Deliver high quality care while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Support patient management software and basic Microsoft Office tasks.
• Follow CLIA and OSHA guidelines and safety practices.
• Multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Knowledge of medical terminology

HIPAA compliance

CPR certification

EPIC experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Patient management software

Job description

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Medical Assistant - ENT - Spring Valley

Full-Time Service Workers Las Vegas, NV, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2132

Salary Range: $19.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Working Under the direction of physician/ provider. The MA is responsible to assist in the examination and treatment of patients delivering high quality care and services, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH

• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (Actual scheduled hours may vary depending on business need).
• 12 Full-Day and 2 Half-Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment.
• 20 PTO days per year.
• 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute (after 90 days of employment).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program Required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• One year medical assisting experience in an ambulatory/clinical setting preferred.
• Current, nationally recognized Medical assistant Certification or Registration required or obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Current CPR certification or obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Good communication and customer service skills required.
• Knowledge of CLIA and OSHA guidelines.
• Knowledge of sterilization and disinfection procedures.
• Knowledge of HIPAA laws and ability to adhere to confidentiality policies.
• Knowledge of current medical assistant best practices and procedures including EKG and basic drugs.
• Knowledge of medical and pharmacology terminology and medical office procedures.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of patient management software and basic Microsoft office products. EPIC Preferred.
• Ability to identify and apply proper communication methods in patient instruction.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret and read documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• Skills to implement good safety practices that prevent exposure to known workplace hazards and the necessary action needed when exposed.
• Skill in applying and modifying principles, methods and techniques of a medical assistant to provide ongoing patient care.
• Strong attention to detail skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods.
• May include performing repetitive tasks.
• May include working with challenging patients and clients.
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to use logic reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
• Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.

UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.