Certified Medical Assistant, Med Plaza II, Urology, 8a-5p

UofL Health

6d•Onsite

About The Position

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members, UofL Health is focused on delivering patient-centered care to each patient every day. The Certified Medical Assistant performs medical assisting duties in a urology practice, including patient triage, obtaining vital signs and medical histories, administering injections, scheduling tests and procedures according to physician orders, and using the electronic health record. The role also supports patient education, maintains clean exam rooms, reports abnormal results promptly, and protects patient confidentiality.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized organization, such as CMA, CCMA, or RMA.
CCMA certification.
BLS certification.
Experience with electrocardiograms (EKGs), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary procedures, and injections.
Knowledge of the health care field and medical office protocols and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks; learn and retain patient care procedures; and think critically through complex patient situations, process improvements, and evidence-based practice.
Ability to demonstrate compassion, diplomacy, and professionalism in interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

Medical assisting degree.
At least one year of experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant, or documented evidence of completing an externship in a medical office.

Responsibilities

Obtain medical histories, triage patients, and record vital signs.
Reconcile medication lists in the electronic health record.
Respond to tasks in a timely and appropriate manner.
Administer injections per physician order, including Hepatitis A and B, PPD, and flu vaccines.
Report abnormal results, such as laboratory results, to the physician immediately.
Schedule tests and procedures according to physician orders.
Maintain clean examination rooms.
Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements and maintain patient confidentiality.
Adhere to organizational and department policies, procedures, safety standards, and standards of conduct.
Work collaboratively and support team members.
Interact effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader health care community.
Perform other duties as assigned.