Medical Assistant III - DOM Medicine Multispecialty Center - West County MOB4

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

May lead the work of Medical Assistants in the clinical operation of a patient care setting; this position may lead the work of Medical Assistants I and II, and / or acts as the primary clinical resource in a large multi-physician clinical practice. Functions as a Medical Assistant in the department, prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains reports and records; directs patient flow and ensures the overall smooth running of the clinical office.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes clinical tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications.
• Prepares for office hours by doing tasks, such as obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms.
• Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
• May assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines.
• May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections).

Communication and Documentation

Equipment and Supplies

Other Functions

Working Conditions :

Required Qualifications :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and / or experience.

Certifications : The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role. Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant - National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Licensed Practical Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Licensed Practical Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered / Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience : Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills : Not Applicable

Driver's License : A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications

Education : No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications : No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience : Medical Assistant (3 Years), Supervisory (1 Year)

Skills : Anatomy, Clinical Care, Communication, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Electrocardiography (EKG), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Epic EHR, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Medical Terminology, OSHA Compliance, Patient Care, Patient Medications, Phlebotomy, Physiology, Vital Signs

Grade

C07-H

Salary Range

$19.21 - $28.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.