What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at University Physicians' Association, Inc.?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
UT Urgent Care Clinic has provided medical care for acute illnesses and minor injuries to Knoxville, TN and surrounding counties since 2007. UT Urgent Care is seeking experienced, well-qualified Medical Assistants for our Halls location, who must be a team player and comfortable working in a fast pace urgent care environment.
A successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties but not limited to:
Job Description:
- Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families during visit, by demonstrating sensitivity to patients’ comfort and privacy.
- Accurately records patient history, complete patient vitals, retrieves basic condition of patient and reports to appropriate practitioner.
- Assists provider with examination, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care, such as: applying splints and wound dressings, collecting and record various laboratory tests, administer oral and injectable medication.
Position Highlights:
- Flexible Schedule: 36-hour work week scheduled between 3 shifts per week, with option for overtime pay (1.5 x hour)
- Clinic Hours: 12-hour weekday shift, 9AM-9PM & 9-hour weekend shift, 9AM-6PM
- Shift Differential: Up to $2.00 per hour
- Growth: Performance based pay increases and promotions are available for team members to achieve at their own pace
- Professional Development: Opportunities for educational programs, professional development workshops and certifications offered through University of Tennessee Medical Center
Benefits:
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness, FSA, HSA with Employer Contribution
- Retirement: 401(k) with company matching and immediate vesting
- PTO: PTO, Sick, Bereavement Leave
- Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support when you need it for counseling, legal and financial support.
- Employee Access Benefits:
- Fitness Center Access
- Team Member Recognition: Monthly Team Member of the Month recognition with the opportunity to earn Amazon gift cards.
Salary Description:
- $17.00/hr - $22.00/hr
- Shift differential up to $2.00 per hour
- Dependent on experience
Requirements
Requirements:
- 12-hour/9-hour shifts, including ability to work weekends (no overnights)
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
- Outstanding customer service skills
Education:
- Requirement of GED or Higher School Diploma
- Completion of Medical Assistant program, registered/certified (RMA/CMA) or 2 years’ experience working in medical office
Salary : $2 - $22
