PS Medical Assistant I
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Announcement
Open Date | 04/12/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN38245B |
Job Title | PS Medical Assistant I |
Working Title | Medical Assistant I |
Job Grade | UGR |
FLSA Code | Nonexempt |
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | Yes |
Standard Hours per Week | 20 |
Full Time or Part Time? | Part Time |
Shift | Day |
Work Schedule Summary | This position is part-time, 20 hours per week. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Schedule availability will be within business hours of Monday – Friday, 12:00 pm-5:00 pm. Work schedule may have some variance depending on operational needs. |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
Department | 00848 - Pediatric Administration |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | $18.16 - $24.96 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Summary | The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking medical assistants to join our Ambulatory Clinical Care operation. The ambulatory group consists of 12 pediatric subspecialty divisions and service lines. The Medical Assistant provides assistive care to patients; facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to patients; and assists with scribing and clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker. University of Utah Pediatric clinic locations are primarily housed in Primary Children’s Hospital outpatient clinics in Salt Lake City, Riverton, and Lehi. Incumbents must be willing and able to commute to either location. Positions are designed to provide growth and professional development opportunities, including promotions within a defined career ladder. This position is part-time, 20 hours per week. Regular and punctual attendance is required. This part-time position qualifies for the following benefits: · U of U 401(a) employer retirement plan (immediate vesting) · Employee supplemental retirement plan · Health care plan (will pay part-time employee rate) · Flexible spending accounts · Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance · Long-term disability insurance · Group legal plan · Holiday pay (will be pro-rated based on FTE) Information on University of Utah benefits can be viewed at:https://benefits.utah.edu/
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Responsibilities | Clinical Functions
Care coordination and office functions
Comments Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
The above job description reflects the general physical and mental demands and environmental conditions required to perform the essential functions for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time. The University of Utah Health complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended and Sections 503 & 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and extends reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants or employees with disabilities. A qualified applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. |
Minimum Qualifications | Required Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Preferred Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). |
Preferences |
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Type | Benefited Staff |
Special Instructions Summary | |
Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Have you completed an accredited Medical Assisting Program or equivalent (EMT)?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have one of the following:
(a) Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through AAMA
(b) Current certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through AMT
(c) Current certification as a National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through NCCT
(d) Current Clinical Medical Assistant Certification through NHA?
- Yes
- No
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Do you currently have a RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.
- Yes
- No- willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
- No
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How did you hear about this position? Please specify the name of the job board, community, education, government agency, search engine, etc. used to find out about this position.
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Applicant Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission