Medical Assistant I — Front & Back Office

University of Nevada, Las Vega; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including medical, +d

Retirement plans

No state income tax

Tuition discounts for NSHE

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the Administrative Assistant 1 – Medical Assistant role at the Student Wellness Center. The Medical Assistant I works in the SHC/FAST Center providing front and back duties, including patient intakes, vital signs, immunizations, and assisting clinicians with procedures.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent plus a medical assistant program, CPR certification, and prior related clerical experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and completed medical assistant program.
• CPR certification required.
• One year of clerical experience or six months as Administrative Aid in Nevada State service.
• Medical assistant national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate in-person and telehealth patient intakes with history and meds review.
• Measure and record vital signs and prepare patients for exams.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Prepare immunizations and manage lab requisitions with proper documentation.
• Maintain documentation in the electronic health records system and ensure privacy.

Skills

Patient intake

Verbal communication

Empathy

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) system

Job description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for the Administrative Assistant 1 – Medical Assistant role at the Student Wellness Center. The Medical Assistant I works in the SHC/FAST Center providing front and back duties, including patient intakes, vital signs, immunizations, and assisting clinicians with procedures.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent plus a medical assistant program, CPR certification, and prior related clerical experience.