Certified Medical Assistant

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

14d • $39,500 - $49,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Student Health Center (SHC) is to create the best possible experience for the patient by providing quality healthcare services, with compassion and efficiency, in a Christ-centered environment. As a member of the SHC team, the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will carry out the mission statement and assist clinicians by knowing the job well and performing it efficiently. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Certified as a Medical Assistant.
• Proficient computer and EMR skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• CPR Certification.
• Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Nice To Haves

• 2–4 years of experience in a physician’s office.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly, professionally, and courteously to patient needs.
• Deliver efficient and effective patient care in compliance with clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare patients for exams by interviewing, measuring vital signs, and recording information in the patient record.
• Ensure physicians have all pertinent information (e.g., medication lists, lab results, allergies).
• Assist physicians with procedures (e.g., flex sigs, treadmills, pap smears).
• Administer injections.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and fully stocked exam rooms.
• Clean and sterilize instruments according to policy.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate ordering of medical supplies and materials.
• Schedule tests and procedures, including obtaining pre-authorizations from insurance when necessary.
• Triage patient phone messages, review with physicians, and respond as directed.
• Obtain lab and test results for physician review; call results to patients as instructed.
• Call prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team.
• Use Electronic Medical Records (EMR) proficiently.

Benefits

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed