Medical Support Assistant - Neurology Clinic, Full-Time Days

OU Medical Center; Oklahoma City (OK); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Descripción de la vacante

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Medical Support Assistant for the Neurology Clinic. The role involves direct patient care, taking vitals, and coordinating scheduling under supervision.

You will assist with procedures, maintain sterile fields, and manage supplies while upholding safety standards in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of patient-care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Responsabilidades

• Take vitals and collect patient history under supervision.
• Manage patient calls and messages with professional telephone etiquette.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinate care with providers.
• Maintain sterile fields and assist in procedures as needed.
• Stock exam rooms and manage supplies.

Conocimientos

Medical terminology

Professional communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Patient care basics

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Position Title:

Medical Support Assistant - Neurology Clinic, Full-Time Days

Department:

Neurology Clinic

Job Description:

The Medical Support Assistant works alongside Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers to provide direct patient care according to state and federal guidelines. This position plays an important role in the ambulatory setting by not only performing clinical and administrative duties but also helping patients feel at ease and understanding provider instructions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care by taking vitals, patient history, referrals, and patient phone messages under direct supervision of the provider and/or clinical supervisor
• Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires
• Contributes to the assessment/re-assessment of patients
• Monitors and documents patient status
• Manages large call volume while maintaining excellent telephone etiquette
• Organizes workflow to meet patient needs in a timely manner
• May retrieve and transport instruments and supplies.
• Moderate exposure to hazardous risks, including potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals
• Must follow standard precautions
• Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.
• Makes scheduling arrangements with other healthcare professionals and facilities.
• Assists with procedures. Maintaining sterile field and specimen labeling when necessary.
• Gathers and documents information about patient condition, which include lab values, pain levels, patient education needs, nutritional status and potential complications
• Performs cleaning, sterilization and/or high-level disinfection of scopes, probe, instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions for use
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 0-3 years of experience in Patient Care as a Medical Assistant or similar patient care role preferred.
• License/Certification/Registration: Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Ability to interact professionally with healthcare practitioners and patients.
• Ability to effectively communicate information.
• Ability to observe and obtain information from all relevant sources.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Must be detail oriented and able to complete work tasks.
• Ability to maintain composure even in difficult situations.
• Ability to be understanding and sensitive to needs of others.

This is a Safety Sensitive position under 63 0.S. 427.8 and is subject to a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol standard in compliance with Oklahoma law.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.