Medical Assistant, Primary Care, University Health Services

About Utaustin

Our mission at Healthyhorns is to enhance the health and well-being of students’ bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals. Healthyhorns is the umbrella brand encompassing University Health Services, Counseling and Mental Health Center and Longhorn Wellness Center. Together, the departments work to enhance the health and well-being of students’ bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals. University Health Services (UHS) is an accredited on-campus medical facility dedicated to addressing the diverse healthcare needs of UT Austin students. UHS provides comprehensive services, including general medical care, public health education and specialty clinics.

Job Summary

This position is an 11-month work assignment. You will be placed on leave without pay, or Not Scheduled to Work status, for approximately 4 weeks each academic year. The leave dates may fluctuate each academic year based on business needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with the evaluation and care of patients to be seen by UHS providers.
• Performs procedures and treatments such as intake assessments, EKGs, peak flows, vision testing, nebulizer therapy, ear irrigations, wound care, application of orthopedic devices, crutch teaching and cleaning/stocking of exam rooms.
• Exhibits customer service-oriented behavior and excellent public relations skills.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance pattern.
• Maintains a level of knowledge conducive to providing high-quality patient care.
• Actively participates in maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA or CCMA).
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Experience using electronic medical records.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work independently.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than one year of experience using electronic medical records.

Benefits

The University of Texas at Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes but not limited to: 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, retirement contributions, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays. Please visit UT Austin’s Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits to learn more about the total benefits offered.