Medical Assistant/Admit Worker

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction, guidance and supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Clinical Nurse Manager, RN Team Leader and/or licensed medical care provider (physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner), the Medical Assistant/Admit Worker provides quality nursing care for all patients presented at the Student Health Center. The Medical Assistant/Admit Worker is an important member of the health care team and is responsible for: patient centered duties, assisting medical care providers, performing technical and clerical tasks, completing special projects and assignments a delegated by the Nursing Supervisor and/or Clinical Nurse Manager. He/she is responsible for maintaining harmonious relationships and favorable attitudes among the health care team, practices the standards of quality nursing care, practices the principles of infection control, responds appropriately when an emergency situation occurs and performs the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description. Incumbent performs non-licensed medical care in an assigned outpatient clinical setting. Performs clerical functions associated with the operations of a clinical office as necessary.

Requirements

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Understanding of medical terminology
Ability to work well in a constantly changing environment
Ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Flexibility to work variable shifts, including occasional weekends or holidays
Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate of Competency / Recognition in Medical Assisting Clinical / Back Office
BLS certification
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Outpatient experience
Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting
Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
1-3 years Medical Assistant in ambulatory care setting

Responsibilities

Patient centered duties
Assisting medical care providers
Performing technical and clerical tasks
Completing special projects and assignments as delegated by the Nursing Supervisor and/or Clinical Nurse Manager
Maintaining harmonious relationships and favorable attitudes among the health care team
Practicing the standards of quality nursing care
Practicing the principles of infection control
Responding appropriately when an emergency situation occurs
Performing duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description
Performing non-licensed medical care in an assigned outpatient clinical setting
Performing clerical functions associated with the operations of a clinical office as necessary