Job Posting Title:
Medical Assistant, Neurosciences
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Hiring Department:
Dell Medical School
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
UT Health Austin at the Dell Medical School is seeking a Medical Assistant for Neurosciences
Purpose
The Medical Assistant (MA) supports physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, the MA works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Key responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, recording medical histories, performing basic laboratory tests, and assisting with minor surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
Patient Care
Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
Records patient medical histories and vital signs.
Assists physicians during physical examinations.
Clinical Support
Administers medications and treatments under supervision.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
Performs basic laboratory tests.
Administrative Duties
Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software.
Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in examination rooms.
Handles patient inquiries, billing, and insurance verification.
Equipment Management
Operates and maintains medical equipment.
Orders and maintains medical supplies.
Ensures proper sterilization of instruments
Other Job Duties may apply as assigned
Marginal or Periodic Functions
Inventory Management
Conducts periodic inventory checks.
Restocks supplies as needed.
Patient Education
Provides education and support to patients regarding health conditions.
Instructs patients on medication and dietary plans.
Documentation
Assists with updating electronic health records (EHR).
Supports documentation for quality improvement initiatives
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Customer Focus
Skilled: Anticipates and meets the needs of patients and healthcare providers.
Effective Behaviors: Actively listens to patient concerns, provides timely responses, and ensures patient satisfaction.
Technical Skills
Skilled: Proficient in using medical equipment and performing clinical procedures.
Effective Behaviors: Accurately measures vital signs, administers injections, and performs EKGs.
Interpersonal Skills
Skilled: Builds strong relationships with patients and healthcare team members.
Effective Behaviors: Communicates effectively, collaborates with colleagues, and provides emotional support to patients.
Time Management
Skilled: Efficiently manages multiple tasks and prioritizes workload.
Effective Behaviors: Schedules appointments, manages patient flow, and completes tasks within deadlines.
Adaptability
Skilled: Adjusts to changing environments and patient needs.
Effective Behaviors: Responds to emergencies, adapts to new protocols, and remains calm under pressure
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in Medical Assisting or related field. 2 years of relevant experience in a healthcare environment Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Phlebotomy certification.
Salary Range
$43,500+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Standard office equipment
Repetitive use of a keyboard
May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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