Medical Assistant - Rheumatology Clinic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

18h

About The Position

Supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by organizing and managing clinic patient flow, gathering and documenting patient screening data, assisting with patient and family education, and communicating with the patient’s healthcare team. The role also supports clinic operations and helps maintain a safe, well-equipped care environment. Candidates may be considered if they can obtain certification within 120 days, in accordance with state guidelines. Vanderbilt Health recognizes MA certifications from AMT, AAMA, NCCT, NHA, and NAHP; NHA candidates may sit for the exam after 12 months of patient care experience.

The position calls for fundamental planning and organization skills and introductory proficiency in clinical care, exam-room and equipment maintenance, and clinical documentation. The employee works on routine tasks with occasional guidance, uses discretion and research to address routine problems, applies established standards and procedures, and provides guidance to entry-level coworkers.

Vanderbilt Health describes a collaborative and supportive community focused on patient care, education, research, professional growth, and service. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings. Vanderbilt Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
• Relevant work experience; the stated experience level is less than one year.
• Demonstrate fundamental planning and organization skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, organizing work, and anticipating resource needs.
• Demonstrate sufficient fundamental proficiency to assist with or perform clinical care, including vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, medication administration, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards.
• Demonstrate sufficient fundamental proficiency in setting up and maintaining patient exam rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Have limited experience or training with clinical applications for patient documentation.
• Meet applicable medical assistant certification requirements, or be eligible for consideration to obtain certification within 120 days in accordance with state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Direct and support patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards.
• Facilitate identification of resources to meet patient healthcare needs.
• Perform or assist with procedures according to organizational and departmental standards.
• Collect and document patient screening data for the healthcare team.
• Assist with patient and family education.
• Communicate with the patient’s healthcare team.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive community and collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed