Medical Assistant - Student Health
*Full medical, dental, vision coverage
*Paid time off
*11 Paid Holidays
*Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
*A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Click here to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University. Salary Grade: T22
Learn more about the "T" salary structure. Salary Range: $40,000-$47,000
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source. Job Details:
*This position will be on-site full-time.
*This position requires a background check prior to commencement of service. This role is also eligible for our employee referral program-TERP! Current employees can earn up to $500! Conditions apply. Please contact the HR Employment office for details. Job Summary:
Primarily responsible for receiving patients in a courteous, efficient manner and supporting physicians, nurse practitioners and nurses in the delivery of health care by performing a variety of medically related tasks in a primary care outpatient student health service practice including general medicine and gynecology visits. Performs CLIA waived laboratory tests. Administers specified medication within scope of practice by subcutaneous or intermuscular injection, and notes time and amount on patients' charts. Performs other duties as assigned. Care is rendered primarily at Main Campus Student Health Services. However, MA may be assigned to any of the two (2) campus sites: Health Science Center or Main Campus. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED Required Education & Experience:
*High School graduate
*Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant Program required.
*2-3 years' experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
*Excellent communication and organizational skills.
*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Required Skills & Abilities:
*Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to complete tasks in a timely manner.
*Must have a customer service orientation and the ability to interact with professionalism and tact under stress.
*Must be proficient with applications such as Microsoft Office. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Essential Duties:
*Escorts patients to exam rooms. Obtains and records vital signs, height, weight, temperature and chief complaint. Prepares patients for examination in conformance with provider's needs. May require minimal lifting of patients.
*Documents patient care given in electronic medical record.
*Utilizes a computerized medical information system to schedule appointments and to enter data for patient demographics, visit, diagnosis, procedures, immunizations and charges.
*Provides health education to student patients.
*Controls flow of patients in and out of exam rooms.
*Assists with exam when requested to by a provider or patient.
*Prepares lab specimens and lab slips. Obtains dipstick urinalysis as requested by physician.
*Performs CLIA waived laboratory tests such as urine pregnancy and dipstick analysis as requested by physician or nurse practitioner.
*Provides routine injections as ordered by physician or nurse practitioner.
*Stock patient exam rooms and assure that the rooms are maintained in good order.
*Assist with vision and hearing screenings when needed.
*Obtain oral or axillary temperatures as directed.
*Answer telephones, recording and relying on accurate information.
*Assist with referral completion, when needed.
*Assist providers and nurses with general care, as requested
*Participates in staff meetings, quality improvement projects and committees as appropriate.
*Assists in the coordination of outreach in cooperation with other departments, where appropriate, for specific medical issues, e.g., immunization programs.
*Promotes health education and illness prevention initiatives throughout the University.
*Participates in the maintenance of an appropriate formulary by making recommendations for medical and surgical supplies.
*Performs other duties as assigned EEO, COMPLIANCE AND SAFETY REPORT Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Go here to review.
You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900 .
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