What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant or LPN - Surgery Clinic position at University Health KC?
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Medical Assistant or LPN - Surgery Clinic
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Wound Care UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Do you have a passion for patient care, a knack for multitasking, and a heart for making a difference? If so, we want YOU to join our amazing healthcare team as a Medical Assistant!
This isn’t just another job—it’s a chance to be in a fast-paced, supportive, and rewarding environment. You’ll work side by side with awesome providers and teammates, helping patients feel their best while keeping the clinic running smoothly!
✨What You'll Be Doing
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Medical Assistant or LPN - Surgery Clinic
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Wound Care UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Do you have a passion for patient care, a knack for multitasking, and a heart for making a difference? If so, we want YOU to join our amazing healthcare team as a Medical Assistant!
This isn’t just another job—it’s a chance to be in a fast-paced, supportive, and rewarding environment. You’ll work side by side with awesome providers and teammates, helping patients feel their best while keeping the clinic running smoothly!
✨What You'll Be Doing
- Getting Patients Ready to Shine – Prep charts, check vitals, and set the stage for great care!
- Hands-On Clinical Work – Administer meds, give immunizations, collect specimens, and assist with minor procedures like wound care, suture removal, and more.
- Tech Savvy & Detail-Oriented – Keep patient records up to date in our electronic medical records (EMR) system.
- Team Player Extraordinaire – Support providers, participate in team huddles, and help keep the clinic running like a well-oiled machine.
- Patient Educator – Help patients understand their treatment plans, new medications, and follow-up care.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, NRCMA, or CCMA) – Required at time of hire and must be maintained.
- Current BLS Certification (or ability to obtain before starting).
- Knowledge of POCT, Immunizations, and Injections – You’ll be giving shots like a pro!
- Strong Problem-Solving Skills – You think on your feet and adapt quickly.
- Excellent Organization & Time Management – You keep things running like a well-oiled machine.
- Customer Service Rockstar – Patients feel comfortable and cared for in your hands.
- Tech-Savvy – Comfortable with Microsoft applications and EMR systems.
- Radiology Certification (if applicable) – If the role requires X-ray functions, you must have radiology training from your MA program or a validated competency checklist.