What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Outpatient - Hope Oncology position at The University of Texas at Tyler?
Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
- Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
Responsible for assisting and collaborating with providers and nursing personnel in carrying out task-specific care for assigned patients. Performs delegated clinical and administrative tasks within the scope of practice of the supervising physician, PA, FNP, PCF or RN, consistent with the individual’s education, training and experience, Such duties shall not constitute the practice of medicine.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
Carries out specific tasks as delegated, in a manner that ensures patient safety, privacy, and according to standards of patient care, standards of staff performance and physician orders.
- Demonstrates competence in the use of equipment/supplies and technical skills required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors and other members of the health care team.
- Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
- Required to maintain competency in the patient safety functions related to their position.
- Completion of Annual Mandatory Training, TB testing, and required licensure and certifications before expiration date.
- Provide clerical skills requiring familiarity with the functions and practice policies of the department/assigned area.
- Requires excellent customer service skills and ability to work as a team.
- Accuracy is essential.
- Assist the department and/or assigned area with secretarial and/or clerical functions.
- Prepares forms requiring routine data entry for provider/nurse.
- Collects information pertinent to the operation of the unit and/or reports.
- Other duties, as assigned other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
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High School Graduate or equivalent plus completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program -OR- High School
Graduate or equivalent plus 2 years of related experience. - Doctor’s office experience required.
- 2 years clerical/secretarial experience preferred.
Required Certifications/Licenses
- Must possess and maintain a current American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
- EMR experience
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and medical equipment such as I.V. pumps, portable oxygen, fluids, etc.
About The University of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler Health Science Center
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated as an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
Clinical Position Requirements
Clinical positions may be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, following a contingent job offer, to determine whether they possess the physical capabilities needed to safely fulfill the specific demands of the position. Additionally, clinical positions require compliance with the University’s Vaccine Preventable Disease Policy.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.