Medical Assistant - Spring Valley

About the Role

Under the direction of a physician/provider, the Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients, delivering high-quality care and services, and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient examinations and treatments.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws.
• Follow CLIA and OSHA guidelines.
• Perform sterilization and disinfection procedures.
• Conduct EKGs and handle basic drugs in accordance with medical assistant best practices.
• Utilize patient management software and basic Microsoft Office products (EPIC preferred).
• Provide patient instruction using proper communication methods.
• Implement safety practices to prevent workplace hazards and respond appropriately to exposure incidents.
• Perform repetitive tasks and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Handle challenging patients and clients professionally.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program.
• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant Certification or Registration (or obtained within 90 days of employment).
• Current CPR certification (or obtained within 90 days of employment).
• One year of medical assisting experience in an ambulatory/clinical setting preferred.
• Basic computer literacy and working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Skills

• Applying medical assistant principles, methods, and techniques to provide ongoing patient care.
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Strong logic and reasoning for simple and complex problem-solving.

Benefits

• 12 full-day and 2 half-day paid holidays per year (starting on the first day of employment).
• 20 PTO days per year.
• 3% 401K contribution (after 90 days of employment, even if you do not contribute).
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (starting the first of the month following your start date).

Schedule

Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Actual scheduled hours may vary depending on business need.

Physical Requirements

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods.
• May include performing repetitive tasks.
• May include working with challenging patients and clients.
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.

UNLV Health is legally authorized to employ individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.