Part-time Medical Assistant Lab Assistant

About the role

The Medical Assistant Lab Assistant will be embedded in Medical Assistant program Clinical and Laboratory courses to provide lab-based skill attainment; facilitate open labs for one-on-one, group tutoring, and skills training in laboratory and clinical setting. Assist Medical Assistant instructors/students in laboratory activities, medical procedures practice and assist with skill check-offs (if qualified per MAERB standards), safety procedures, care and use of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and facilitate open labs for one-on-one and group tutoring and skills practice.
• Meet individually with MA students to complete and monitor academic and laboratory progress.
• Demonstrate ability to use equipment commonly used by Medical Assistants in a variety of healthcare settings.
• Aid the MA Program Director and faculty with activities related to maintenance of program accreditation by MAERB.
• Conduct student orientation to the MA clinic and laboratory facilities.
• Maintain equipment, models, and a clean, safe laboratory and prep area and make suggestions on improvement.
• Support the use of computer hardware and software by students in the MA classroom and laboratory.
• Help maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment, used for MA laboratory activities.
• Practice policies and procedures related to the security of the lab area.
• Record use of open labs by students via sign-in sheets.
• Meet with individual students who miss class or are at academic risk to ensure successful completion of coursework.
• Communicate essential information to administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with program policy and HIPAA law.

Requirements

• Education Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program; Certified as a Medical Assistant; Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAMA) preferred and maintained certifications.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related occupational MA experience in laboratory and clinical settings within the past 4 years. Willingness to comply with annual health screening requirements.
• Certifications: Must remain current with health care provider CPR certification.
• Skills: Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships within the healthcare community that support clinical sites; Knowledge of Medical Assistant scope of practice in Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.

Skills

• Medical Assistant skills and knowledge.
• Lab equipment operation and maintenance.
• Facilitation of learning and tutoring.
• Healthcare safety protocols.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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