Medical Assistant - Family Practice Clinic - Casper

University of Wyoming Research and Economic Development • Casper, WY

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides safe, efficient care to patients under a provider’s supervision at the University of Wyoming’s on-campus Family Practice Clinic in Casper. The role involves preparing patients for examinations, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, administering immunizations and medications as directed, assisting with procedures and tests, and supporting patient care and clinic operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of work-related experience.
• Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Graduation from a medical assistant program.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record compliant with the University's Driving for University Business SAP.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; work authorization or work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Applicants must include average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in a family practice setting.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Experience creating and implementing standard nursing processes.
• Demonstrated experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, ascertain the problems to be examined, take and record pertinent vital signs, and prepare patients for examination.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Administer immunizations and medications as directed.
• Assemble and use equipment, including catheters and oxygen supplies.
• Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation, record vital signs, and assist during medical emergencies as directed.
• Answer phones, take messages, and perform telephone triage when needed.
• Maintain adequate supplies in cast, procedure, and examining rooms; keep the work area clean; and report items for reordering.
• Assist the physician with outpatient procedures and other tests.
• Inventory narcotics and drug supplies.
• Clean instruments, wrap and label them for autoclave sterilization, and return them to the designated location.

Benefits

• State retirement contributions exceeding 15% of gross salary; total contributions, including the mandatory employee contribution, exceed 19%.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions and four deductible options.
• Vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

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