Neurosurgery Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Lab Support

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health seeks a patient-focused auxiliary worker to support licensed staff in delivering direct patient care. The role includes preparing patients, assisting with procedures, and performing routine clerical tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include infection prevention training, coordinating appointments, and assisting with phlebotomy and basic monitoring when trained. The position requires flexibility for 24/7 coverage and collaboration with care teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May perform patient phlebotomy after specialized training.
• May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Reports patient concerns to licensed staff.
• Assists with clerical tasks in patient records and billing.
• Attends mandatory education including infection prevention and CPR.
• Provides support during patient transport and education as directed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG support

Shifts rotation

Patient care

Communication

Job description

University of Utah Health seeks a patient-focused auxiliary worker to support licensed staff in delivering direct patient care. The role includes preparing patients, assisting with procedures, and performing routine clerical tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include infection prevention training, coordinating appointments, and assisting with phlebotomy and basic monitoring when trained. The position requires flexibility for 24/7 coverage and collaboration with care teams.