Medical Assistant - EMT, AEMT, MA - University of Utah Health

University of Utah Health • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant position at University of Utah Hospital and community clinics is an entry-level role focused on providing assistive care to patients in outpatient settings. The role involves supporting licensed staff in delivering basic healthcare, performing clerical functions, and ensuring efficient patient care delivery. The position is integral to the patient care team, requiring a commitment to the organization's values of compassion, collaboration, and quality.

Requirements

• Verifiable completion of a state-approved EMT course, one year of Medical Assistant experience, or completion of a Medical Assisting education program.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform specialty skills within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures by recording vital signs and medical history.
• Reports observed patient concerns and changes in condition to licensed staff.
• Performs CLIA Waved Lab tests and reports results to appropriate personnel.
• Assists with clinical procedures such as suture removal, catheterization, and injections.
• Acts as a chaperone during patient examinations and assists with procedures as needed.
• Monitors and cleans patient examination rooms and unit areas, reporting supply needs.
• Handles telephonic communications and schedules appointments under licensed staff direction.
• Assists with clerical functions including filing medical records and entering billing charges.
• Completes mandatory education including infection control and CPR training.
• May perform patient phlebotomy and assist with diagnostic procedures under supervision.

Benefits

• Sign-on and retention bonus for eligible candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed