Medical Assistant I - UMC Clinics - 528732

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant I provides assistance to nurses and nurse practitioners with the basic functions of a medical office. Triages patients. Performs vital signs check and venipuncture.

Additional Department Summary

Responsible for facilitating quality patient care at University Medical Center Clinics. Provides medical/surgical assistance to physicians and nurses and prepares patients for consultations. Provides general clinical assistance as needed; duties include staffing receptionist desk, screening calls, making referrals, verifying insurances, scheduling appointments and follow-up visits. Assists in providing nursing care as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and six (6) months of healthcare work experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications

Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge

Ability to perform patient care as directed by a physician, nurse practitioner, or other qualified medical professional. Efficient and accurate computer and data entry skills; excellent communication, public relations, and customer service and telephone etiquette skills. Willingness to learn and consistently deliver patient-centered, high-quality customer service. Ability to maintain strict confidentially of protected health information and follow HIPAA regulations at all times. Punctual and reliable.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified to perform Medical Assistant duties in the State of Alabama. Experience with computers and Electronic Health records systems.

Department/Organization

208401 - UMC - Clinical

Normal Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evening hours as needed

Pay Grade/Pay Range

Minimum: $15.48 - Midpoint: $18.56 (Hourly N2)

Location

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Type

Full-time