Medical Assistant
arizona state universityTempe, AZ
Medical Assistant
L4
arizona state universityTempe, AZyesterday
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Offices of PhysiciansGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsAll Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care ServicesHealthcare Assistant 1 Non-ExemptProvides routine administrative support for healthcare professionals, such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and processing insurance claims.
Supports the healthcare team in delivering high-quality care to students and faculty across all ASU Health Services clinic locations in the Phoenix metro area (West, Tempe, Polytechnic, and Downtown), with Tempe serving as the primary site. This position requires regular travel and flexibility to float between clinic locations based on operational needs. Provides administrative support, direct patient care assistance, and front- and back-office functions to ensure efficient clinic operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, rooming patients, managing patient flow, obtaining and documenting vital signs, performing lab draws, serving as a chaperone, and assisting providers with medical procedures. Provides accurate and compassionate service while communicating professionally, respectfully, and responsively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Graduation from an accredited program is required.
Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable benefits to enhance staff total compensation. This package includes: Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement. Paid time for volunteer and professional development. 10 Paid Holidays and competitive Vacation and Sick accruals each Pay Period. Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings. Disability and leave program for income protection. Employee assistance with free, confidential behavioral health services. ASU Discounts to sports/events, along with discounts from ASU partnerships.
Essential Duties:
Perform front desk duties, including but not limited to: answering incoming telephone calls, obtaining and verifying patient information, patient check-in/out, coordinating and facilitating accurate patient appointments, and reconciliation of insurance details.
Manage patient flow. Complete patient intake and enter details into Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Obtain patient reason for visit, past medical history, vital signs, medication reconciliation, allergies, and assist with medical examinations. Administer screening questionnaires.
Maintain accurate and strict confidentiality of patient information in EMR as established by appropriate protocols, regulations, and policies. Perform procedures, such as venipuncture, EKGs, wound dressing, and medication administration (oral, ID, SQ IM).
Administer immunizations in accordance with written policies.
Assist providers with exams and minor surgeries.
Prepare for procedures with all necessary instruments, supplies, and consent forms.
Applying ortho splints, the application of DME appliances, and the removal of casts.
Maintains an inventory of medication and medical supplies as necessary. Completes physician orders and provides instructions and directions to patients as needed. Entering lab results and other patient results in EMR. Performs and participates in the sterilization of instruments, assists, and maintains infection control standards.
Maintain a clean and hygienic environment.
Provide training and work direction to new ASU Health Services team members and extern students as directed by the supervisor.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Skill in communication.
Working Environment:
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
Frequent sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
Use computers effectivelyincluding inputting, reviewing and retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen and using mouse and keyboard.
Frequent lifting up to 35 lbs.
Location: Campus: Tempe
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Level
MidL4
Location
Tempe, AZ
Occupation
Medical Assistants
Industry
Offices of Physicians
Posted
yesterday
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