Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale , FL 33301
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About Us:
We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.
We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.
NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, political affiliation or belief, national origin, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Essential Job Functions: 1. Performs daily clinic functions such as interviewing patients, measuring vital signs, weight, and temperature; obtains and/or confirms patient health and medication history to file and update patient records in the electronic health record system, and ensures all forms and consents are completed by patients.
2.Provides patients with instructions and information regarding examination procedures and available services; arranges laboratory services.
3.Assists NSU physicians/residents with medical treatments, procedures, and exams.
4.May set-up EKG machines, perform routine specimen collection, laboratory tests, injections, or treatments under the direction of the attending physician.
5.Handles inventory of medical supplies and equips exam rooms with appropriate supplies.
6.Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
7.Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to professional standards; facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.
8.Completes other projects as assigned.
9.Performs other duties as assigned.
Marginal Job Functions: Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications. Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge:
1.Customer and Personal Service
2.General knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine treatment to patients, patient evaluation, triage procedures, and patient care charts and patient histories.
3.Knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures applicable to work performed.
4.Knowledge of outpatient clinical administrative procedures.
5.Knowledge of safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
6.Knowledge of inventory management practices.
7.General knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
8.Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access).
Skills:
1.Service Orientation
2.Complex Problem Solving
3.Judgment and Decision Making
4.Time Management
5.Active Listening
6.Speaking
Abilities:
1.Manual Dexterity
2.Oral Comprehension & Expression
3.Problem Sensitivity
4.Detail Oriented
5.Confidentiality
Physical Requirements and Working Environment:
1.May be exposed to sharp instruments, disposable gloves, and personal protective equipment, among others.
2.Speech Recognition
3.Speech Clarity
4.Near Vision
5.Travel
6.May be required to work nights or weekends.
7.May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
8.May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, including but not limited to syringes, latex gloves, pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.
Job Requirements: Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Certification in Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
2.CPR Certification. Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Major (if required): Required Experience: 1. Minimum one (1) year of experience as a medical assistant in a medical office or have graduated from an approved Medical Assistant Program.
2.Experience using EHR (electronic health record) system and medical terminology.
Preferred Qualifications: 1. Minimum six (6) months performing phlebotomy.
2.Previous experience in a specific medical field.
3.Experience using Nextgen software.
Is this a safety sensitive position? No Background Screening Required? Yes Pre-Employment Conditions:
Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
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