Encounter Specialist MA III (PRN)

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Encounter Specialist MA III (PRN) 101 Truman Medical Center Job Location University Health 1 (UH1) Kansas City, Missouri Department Dermatology Clinic UHTMC Position Type Part time Work Schedule 8:00AM - 4:30PM Hours Per Week 4 Job Description Clinical Medical Scribe Bring your energy, compassion, and attention to detail—we’ll bring the opportunity to make a real impact! We’re looking for a dedicated Clinical Medical Scribe / Patient Care Assistant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of patient care, working closely with physicians to document real-time medical encounters, support clinic operations, and help ensure patients feel informed and cared for every step of the way. You’ll be a key part of the care team—gathering important health info, educating patients, assisting with procedures, and making sure every detail is accurately captured in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). If you're passionate about healthcare, love being organized, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you! What You'll Do: Partner with physicians and nurses to deliver top-notch patient care Accurately document patient visits in real time while shadowing the provider Collect vital health information and help patients understand their care plan Perform point-of-care testing (POCT), immunizations, and injections Assist with ordering tests, medications, and follow-ups Help keep things running smoothly by handling clerical tasks Be a friendly, knowledgeable face patients can count on! What You Bring to the Team (Minimum Requirements): ✅ Education & Credentials High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program Certified as a CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NRCMA (NAHP), or CCMA (NHA) Current BLS certification (or willing to get it before starting) ✅ Skills & Experience Experience with immunizations, injections, and POCT Solid knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to keep up in a clinical setting Comfortable with multitasking and thinking on your feet Great with technology (Microsoft Office and EHR systems) Strong organizational and time management skills Passion for providing exceptional patient care Completed a medical terminology course or have one year of experience using it on the job Understand and respect HIPAA and patient privacy guidelines (Bonus!) Radiology training or certification if your role includes radiologic functions Why You'll Love It Here: Be part of a supportive, tight-knit team Every day is different—never a dull moment! Make a real difference in patients' lives Learn and grow alongside compassionate professionals Sound like a good fit? Let’s connect! We’re excited to learn more about you and how you can shine in this role. Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day. University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.