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MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

Posted Date  Thu Oct 29, 2009
Closing Date  Wed Nov 04, 2009 or until filled
Salary  * Negotiable *
FLSA Status  Non-exempt
Department  Obstetrics & GYNecology
Job Category  Clinical
Hours  M-F 8-5 PM
Requisition Number  10000586
Position Number  43263
Experience & Education Required (any one of the following):

1. High School diploma or equivalent, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified, and completion of Medical Assistant training in an approved program, or three (3) years of experience in a physician office practice.  

2. the American Medical Technologist Association, and two (2) years of clinical experience in a medical office preferred.  

Skills And Abilities Effective Communications Skills
CPR Certified
Customer Service
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
 Job Duties 1. Performs procedures such as visual acuity, eye muscle balance, developmental and/or musculoskeletal screening. Draws blood specimens from patients and performs related clinical duties.

2. Escorts or transports patients to exam or treatment rooms.

3. Assists in care of patients by preparing exam rooms for patient care, facilitating use of diagnostic equipment, and ensuring availability of needed patient information, such as reports of diagnostic exams and medical records.

4. Takes, records, and reports patient vital signs using medical equipment.

5. Inspects equipment and facilities visually and physically to ensure patient safety and proper functioning of all equipment.

6. Serves as preceptor and resource for newly-hired medical assistants by actively participating in their integration and assimilation into the department.

7. May provide occasional working supervision to non-licensed medical and/or clerical office support personnel.

8. Functions as a clinic safety officer, verifying each employee's knowledge of fire safety and the evacuation plan for the work area.

9. Responds to patient questions regarding their accounts, billing, and insurance.

10. Documents patients care interventions and education in medical records.

11. Performs variety of administrative/clerical duties, such as receiving and scheduling patient appointments, distributing mail, and preparing reports and correspondence. Ensures appropriate patient consent and authorization forms are obtained for research and/or medical treatment.

12. Maintains current customer service, clinical, and technical skills by attending training programs and seminars to continue level of competency and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures. Maintains adequate stock of supplies as required for work area. Performs other duties as assigned

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