Medical Assistant @ St. Louis University

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

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JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, assists clinical research team and staff checking in research participants, collecting, processing & shipping bio-specimens, conducting physical measurements e.g., height & weight, taking & recordingvital signs, stocking & maintainingexamrooms, performing data entry, and assisting participants with completion of online forms, as necessary.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Greets and escorts participants to clinical research unit. Obtains initial information, vital signs & physical measurements; required to be able to draw blood, collect urine and/or sputum.
Provides instruction, guidance and/or assistance to participants completing research online questionnaires.
Prepares and organizes room for next participant; inspects rooms for cleanliness and equipment condition; stocks and maintains rooms with adequate supplies. Cleans and or disinfects surfaces and equipment in rooms between participants.
Schedules participant appointments as needed.
Enters research data into software application.
Adheres to research study protocol guidelines and requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong interpersonal & human relations skills
Ability to organizes workload & prioritize tasks
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience performing phlebotomy
Ability to collect, process & ship bio-specimens
Ability to perform physical assessments & vital signs
Ability to enter research data into electronic platform

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Level I

High school diploma or equivalent
One year of applicable patient care experience
Completion of Phlebotomy program or one year of phlebotomy experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Level II

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred AND/OR at least 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant
Completion of Phlebotomy program or one year of phlebotomy experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Level III

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program AND 3 years of experience with Certification or Registration (RMA or CMA) OR 5 years of experience (certification, registration & diploma requirement waived)
Completion of Phlebotomy program or one year of phlebotomy experience

This position is being funded by the All of Us grant, therefore continuation in this position is contingent upon funding availability.

Function

Research Support

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.