Medical Assistant

Job Profile:

Healthcare Assistant 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Healthcare Professionals

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Provides routine administrative support for healthcare professionals, such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and processing insurance claims.

Job Description:

RATE OF PAY: $21.00 – 22.07 per hour

Job Description:

Supports the healthcare team in delivering high-quality care to students and faculty across all ASU Health Services clinic locations in the Phoenix metro area (West, Tempe, Polytechnic, and Downtown), with Tempe serving as the primary site. This position requires regular travel and flexibility to float between clinic locations based on operational needs. Provides administrative support, direct patient care assistance, and front- and back-office functions to ensure efficient clinic operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, rooming patients, managing patient flow, obtaining and documenting vital signs, performing lab draws, serving as a chaperone, and assisting providers with medical procedures. Provides accurate and compassionate service while communicating professionally, respectfully, and responsively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Graduation from an accredited program is required.

What’s in it for you:

Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable benefits to enhance staff total compensation. This package includes: (Click here to explore options)

Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.

Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.

Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.

Paid time for volunteer and professional development.

10 Paid Holidays and competitive Vacation and Sick accruals each Pay Period.

Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.

Disability and leave program for income protection.

Employee assistance with free, confidential behavioral health services.

ASU Discounts to sports/events, along with discounts from ASU partnerships.

Currently hiring for the following shift: Monday – Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Essential Duties:

• Perform front desk duties, including but not limited to: answering incoming telephone calls, obtaining and verifying patient information, patient check-in/out, coordinating and facilitating accurate patient appointments, and reconciliation of insurance details.
• Manage patient flow. Complete patient intake and enter details in to Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Obtain patient reason for visit, past medical history, vital signs, medication reconciliation, allergies, and assist with medical examinations. Administer screening questionnaires.
• Maintain accurate and strict confidentiality of patient information in EMR as established by appropriate protocols, regulations, and policies. Perform procedures, such as venipuncture, EKGs, wound dressing, and medication administration (oral, ID, SQ IM).
• Administer immunizations in accordance with written policies.
• Assist providers with exams and minor surgeries. 
• Prepare for procedures with all necessary instruments, supplies, and consent forms.
• Applying ortho splints, the application of DME appliances, and the removal of casts.
• Maintains an inventory of medication and medical supplies as necessary. Completes physician orders and provides instructions and directions to patients as needed. Entering lab results and other patient results in EMR. Performs and participates in the sterilization of instruments, assists, and maintains infection control standards.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
• Provide training and work direction to new ASU Health Services team members and extern students as directed by the supervisor.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill in communication.

Working Environment:

• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
• Frequent sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Use computers effectively – including inputting, reviewing and retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen and using mouse and keyboard.
• Frequent lifting up to 35 lbs. 

Department Statement:

Educational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) is committed to enrolling all qualified students at Arizona State University and assisting them in their academic success. EOSS provides a broad range of services and support to students and prospective students ranging from outreach efforts with K-12 schools, orientation programs for new freshman, bridge programs to assist the transition to a university environment, and a wide variety of services, programs and activities for enrolled students. EOSS has direct responsibility for multiple departments across four campuses, some of which include the Dean of Students, University Housing, Health Services, Counseling Services, Disability Resources, the Memorial Union, TRIO programs, Sun Devil Fitness, Student Government, Student Media, Career Services, Access ASU and others.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASU Compensation Estimator

Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.