Medical Assistant I - UMC Clinics - 528732

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

1d • $15 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and six (6) months of healthcare work experience.
• Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED