Medical Assistant II - Day of Surgery Admissions (Surgery Center) 100%25
About The Position
Day of Surgery Admissions is seeking a Medical Assistant II for a surgery center. Under the direct supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse, the Medical Assistant II performs technical, patient-care, and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting. Duties may involve electronic word or data processing equipment and conventional office equipment. The position is located at the UI Health Care Main Campus, Surgery Center, John Colloton Pavilion. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts available during rotating daytime hours, typically between 0500 and 2030. There are no overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts.
Requirements
- Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant, or completion of a recognized one-year Medical Assistant program.
- Alternatively, completion of a health care profession program with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program, including but not limited to pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology, medication administration including dose calculation, and psychology.
- Applicants relying on completion of a health care profession program must include educational transcripts during the application process.
Nice To Haves
- Medical terminology.
- Public contact or customer service experience.
- Certified Medical Assistant credential.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the smooth flow of patients through the clinic by interacting with patients, families, and staff.
- Assist with patient physical examinations and related treatments, including documenting patient history, medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
- Manage internal and external medical records to ensure accurate and complete data is available for patient appointments.
- Administer routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications that do not require a high level of skill or nursing judgment, when qualified to do so.
- Perform routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work, and perform electrocardiograms and x-ray work as needed.
- Identify vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
- Perform clerical tasks, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.
- Assist in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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