PRN Medical Assistant

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid Time Off

retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking a PRN nursing pool assistant for an outpatient clinic in Odessa, TX. The role supports physicians and the healthcare team by performing triage, vital signs, and medication administration as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a certified program in the specialty, and specialty certification. Cerner experience and prior clinical work are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the specialty.
• Certification by an approved certifying agency in the specialty.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with LVNs, RNs, physicians and physician assistants to support patient care.
• Welcome patients and escort them to exam rooms for a comfortable experience.
• Perform patient triage, assessing urgency and clinical needs.
• Record vital signs and obtain brief medical history for provider review.
• Administer oral and injectable medications as prescribed by the physician.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient triage

Vital signs

Medication administration

Patient escort

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified program for assistants

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Position Description

A job involving an appointment for infrequent temporary work where the employee is called in as needed.

Position Description

A job involving an appointment for infrequent temporary work where the employee is called in as needed.

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of care activities in an assigned specialty or subspecialty outpatient clinic on an as-needed basis. The incumbent is assigned per the direction of the section manager of the PRN nursing pool. Work is performed as part of the total healthcare team to provide complete patient evaluations/assessments.

Major/Essential Functions

• Collaborate with LVNs, RNs, physicians, and physician assistants to support patient care
• Welcome patients and escort them to exam rooms, ensuring a comfortable experience
• Perform patient triage, assessing urgency and clinical needs
• Record vital signs and obtain brief medical history for provider review
• Administer oral and injectable medications as prescribed by the physician

Occasional Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty. Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty in which the particular work will be performed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Cerner
• Prior experience in a clinical setting

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options - Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off - Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the- art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.