Medical Assistant III - Gastrointestinal Center

h1ubScheduled Hours/b/u/h140p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubspanPosition Summary/span/b/u/h1May lead the work of Medical Assistants in the clinical operation of a patient care setting; may lead the work of Medical Assistants I and II, and/or acts as the primary clinical resource in a large multi-physician clinical practice. Functions as a Medical Assistant in the department, prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains reports and records; directs patient flow and ensures the overall smooth running of the clinical office.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubJob Description/b/u/h1p style="text-align:inherit"/pdivdivdivdivdivdivdivp style="text-align:left"bPrimary Duties amp; Responsibilities: /b/p/div/div/div/div/div/div/divpPatient Care Duties:/pulliInteracts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications./liliPrepares for office hours by doing tasks such as obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms./liliAssists with examinations, procedures and lab tests./liliMay assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines./liliMay administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections)./li/ulp/ppCommunication and Documentation:/pulliMay schedule and assign work to other Medical Assistants to ensure appropriate staffing; assists in orientating and training new Medical Assistants./liliDirects patient flow, assists with special spanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanprocedures/treatments/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span and completes requisitions./liliRoutes phone messages, patient questions and telephone communications to appropriate personnel./liliAssists with care coordination by doing tasks outlined under the department guidelines, such as calling patients with test results; scheduling appointments; assisting physician with return calls; scheduling surgeries, diagnostic procedures and admissions; and monitoring new and return patient contacts, including scheduling of appointments and follow-up appointments./liliCompletes necessary paperwork and documentation in a timely manner./liliAnswers basic questions from patient/family regarding treatments, diagnosis and procedures./liliMay complete requisitions/orders per WashU guidelines./li/ulp/ppEquipment and Supplies:/pulliMonitors supply inventory, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment or garments are available and that they comply with regulations./liliCleans and stocks exam rooms and sterilizes instruments./li/ulp/ppOther Functions:/pulliMaintains required HIPAA compliance; maintains skills/competencies and participates in in-services, staff programs, continuing education and cross-training programs according to established standards and WashU policies./liliComplies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory sources/standards./liliParticipates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes./liliPerforms other duties as assigned./li/ulp/ppbWorking Conditions:/b/ppJob Location/Working Conditions:/pulliNormal office environment./liliExposure to blood-borne pathogens./liliRequires protective devices./liliPatient care setting./liliDirect patient care setting./li/ulp/ppPhysical Effort:/pulliTypically sitting at desk or table./liliTypically standing or walking./liliTypically bending, crouching, or stooping./liliOccasional lifting (25 lbs or less)./li/ulp/ppEquipment:/pulliOffice equipment./liliClinical/diagnostic equipment./li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubspanRequired Qualifications/span/b/u/h1p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bEducation:/b/pHigh school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.pbr /bCertifications/bb/Professional Licenses/bb:/b/pThe list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pBasic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Licensed Practical Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Licensed Practical Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registrationp style="text-align:left"br /bWork Experience:/b/pRelevant Experience (3 Years)p style="text-align:left"br /bSkills:/b/pNot Applicablep style="text-align:left"br /bDriver#39;s License:/b/pA driver's license is not required for this position.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1buMore About This Job/u/b/h1h2spanRequired Qualifications:/span/h2ulliRegistered or Certified Medical Assistant with three years of related work experience (examples of related fields include military medic, emergency medical technicians, Nurse’s Aide, physical therapy and nurse technicians, and certified athletic trainers). Medical Assistant credentials must be obtained from in-person proctored exams from the following certifying bodies: NHA, AAMA or AMT. In-person proctored credentials from other certifying bodies may be accepted upon approval from Human Resources. Substitutions include:ulliGraduate of an accredited nursing program (such as RN/LPN), or comparable allied health training program with a minimum of one year of relevant experience./liliAbility to show proof of a Medical Assistant certification/registration with successful completion of certification exam (online proctored exams are not sufficient to meet the credential requirement) within six months of hire date (or within a shorter time frame if noted by hiring manager)./li/ul/li/ululliBasic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements)./li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1buPreferred Qualifications/u/b/h1p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bEducation:/b/pNo additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.pbr /bCertifications/bb/Professional Licenses/bb:/b/pNo additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.p style="text-align:left"br /bWork Experience:/b/pMedical Assistant (3 Years), Supervisory (1 Year)p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bSkills:/b/pAnatomy, Communication, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Interactive Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Medical Terminology, Physiology, Telephone Communicationsp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubGrade/b/u/h1C07-Hp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubSalary Range/b/u/h1$19.21 - $28.85 / Hourlyp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubQuestions/b/u/h1p style="text-align:left"spanFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our /spana href="https://hr.wustl.edu/careers/external-applicant-faq/" target="_blank"External Applicant FAQ/aspan./span/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubAccommodation/b/u/h1p style="text-align:left"spanIf you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please emailspan /span/spanspana href="mailto:CandidateQuestions#64;wustl.edu" target="_blank"spanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspan class="WFN0"CandidateQuestions#64;wustl.edu/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/a/spanspanspan /spanor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request./span/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pAll qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubPre-Employment Screening/b/u/h1All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubBenefits Statement/b/u/h1p style="text-align:left"Personal/pullip style="text-align:left"Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time./p/lilip style="text-align:left"Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance./p/lilip style="text-align:left"Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees./p/lilip style="text-align:left"WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%./p/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Wellness/pullip style="text-align:left"Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!/p/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Family/pullip style="text-align:left"We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered./p/lilip style="text-align:left"WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us./p/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: a target="_blank" href="https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/"spanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspanspan class="WHP0"https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits//span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/span/a/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ph1ubEEO Statement/b/u/h1Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pWashington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.