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CI Medical Assistant

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University of Maryland

Job Description

Position Number:

04100711

Title:

CI Medical Assistant

Functional Title:

CI Medical Assistant

Category Status:

31-Nonexempt,Contingent 1

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

Unit:

VPSA-UHC-General Medicine

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Medical Assistant provides assistance to medical personnel including greeting patients, taking vital signs, and performing procedures that facilitate patient care. This is an essential position in times of public health emergencies related to the campus. Complete all tasks assigned by providers that help facilitate patient care.
This includes but is not limited to vital signs, screening medical questions, EKGs, nebulizer treatments, giving vaccinations, distributing OTC medications under the supervision of a nurse, and follow-up calls to patients.

Maintain proper inventory (stocking) supplies in all examination rooms. Ordering supplies as needed to accomplish this and ensuring all equipment is in proper working order. Equipment care – maintains equipment and ensures that equipment is cleaned and autoclaved. Weekly/monthly autoclave maintenance as required.
Administrative Assistance – answer phones, records information in the electronic medical record (EMR). Review immunization forms for completeness, and limited clerical functions as required.
Customer service – attentive to patient and visitor needs and inquiries, with a non-judgmental attitude and acute awareness to the comfort, safety, and confidentiality of patients. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED AND Five years performing a full range of clerical support services to include one year coordination work and one year in a medical setting. Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, principles, techniques and practices of the specialty are required.

Preferences:

Preferences:
Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant,
EMT Basics, or Athletic trainer program.
Five years’ experience working in a medical setting.
Work experience in an ambulatory health care facility
Must have a general knowledge of infection control and able to operate standard medical equipment used to take vital signs including vision testing.
Able to perform a range of medical assisting tasks such as EKG, nebulizer setup, vaccine administration, etc.
Computer skills in common computer applications, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience applying orthopedic appliances desired.

Additional Information:

A flexible schedule – the 24 hours stretched across the week depending on the MA availability

Posting Date:

07/11/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

08/08/2022

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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