PS Medical Assistant Apprentice
PS Medical Assistant Apprentice
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Job Summary
Job Summary The Division of Pediatric South Main Clinic has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant Apprentice. This position provides assistive care to patients while completing clinical training hours as part of a Medical Assistant training program. The incumbent learns to facilitate the efficient delivery of patient care support the professional role of the licensed staff and provide support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also learns to assist with clerical functions as a multiskilled auxiliary worker. All experiences in this role are to be under the direct supervision of current staff competent in the treatments performed and the population served. This position is located at the Department of Pediatrics South Main Clinic on 3690 South Main Street Salt Lake City Utah. The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates 14.2 retirement contributions that vest immediately Generous paid leave time 11 paid Holidays per year 50 tuition reduction for employee spouse and dependent children Flex spending accounts Free transit on most UTA services Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans entertainment health and fitness restaurants retail and travel Professional development opportunities Additional benefits information is available at Functions Under the direct supervision of current staff competent in treatments performed and the population served the incumbent: Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures pulse rate blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions. Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member. Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments CLIA Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. Performs skills such as suture removal and injections (IM Subcutaneous and intradermal). Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures. Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs. Answers telephones forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments procedures and diagnostic tests. Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patients records locating and compiling department charts obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes. Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control safety CPR equipment usage and procedures according to University of Utah Health and department policies. May perform patient phlebotomy in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training. May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel. May assist inpatient and family education by providing patients and family members educational material and general health information. May perform other duties based on department assigned. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting carrying pushing pulling or otherwise moving patients or objects such as medical equipment while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients. Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids blood used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patients status and provide care as described in the departments policies and procedures manual. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. This position is patientsensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements or be approved for an exemption prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients coworkers and community by requiring all patientsensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Minimum Qualifications
Required: Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Concurrent enrollment in the University of Utah Medical Assistant certification program. Completion of a signed MA Apprenticeship Repayment Agreement. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: This hiring department is responsible for assessing new employees skills identifying gaps and coordinating further education. Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinics specialty skills within six weeks of hire. Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire has completed basic competency testing. Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.
Job Summary The Division of Pediatric South Main Clinic has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant Apprentice. This position provides assistive care to patients while completing clinical training hours as part of a Medical Assistant training program. The incumbent learns to facilitate the efficient delivery of patient care support the professional role of the licensed staff and provide support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also learns to assist with clerical functions as a multiskilled auxiliary worker. All experiences in this role are to be under the direct supervision of current staff competent in the treatments performed and the population served. This position is located at the Department of Pediatrics South Main Clinic on 3690 South Main Street Salt Lake City Utah. The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates 14.2 retirement contributions that vest immediately Generous paid leave time 11 paid Holidays per year 50 tuition reduction for employee spouse and dependent children Flex spending accounts Free transit on most UTA services Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans entertainment health and fitness restaurants retail and travel Professional development opportunities Additional benefits information is available at Functions Under the direct supervision of current staff competent in treatments performed and the population served the incumbent: Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures pulse rate blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions. Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member. Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments CLIA Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. Performs skills such as suture removal and injections (IM Subcutaneous and intradermal). Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures. Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs. Answers telephones forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments procedures and diagnostic tests. Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patients records locating and compiling department charts obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes. Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control safety CPR equipment usage and procedures according to University of Utah Health and department policies. May perform patient phlebotomy in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training. May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel. May assist inpatient and family education by providing patients and family members educational material and general health information. May perform other duties based on department assigned. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting carrying pushing pulling or otherwise moving patients or objects such as medical equipment while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients. Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids blood used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patients status and provide care as described in the departments policies and procedures manual. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. This position is patientsensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements or be approved for an exemption prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients coworkers and community by requiring all patientsensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Minimum Qualifications
Required: Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Concurrent enrollment in the University of Utah Medical Assistant certification program. Completion of a signed MA Apprenticeship Repayment Agreement. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: This hiring department is responsible for assessing new employees skills identifying gaps and coordinating further education. Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinics specialty skills within six weeks of hire. Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire has completed basic competency testing. Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.
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