Medical Assistant I/II/III - Psych & Behavioral

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100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
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Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
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Resources for child and elder care
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Position Summary:

Provides trained paramedical support in administering health care services.

UTHealth Houston's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is looking for a Medical Assistant.

Location: 1941 East Road, Houston, 77054
Status: Full-time/non-exempt
Preferences: 3-5 years of medical assistance experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday, days

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Directs the patient to the examination room.
2. Conducts the initial screening of occupational medicine patients which involves audiometric testing, keystone machine eye testing, electrocardiogram testing, vital signs, height and weight, spyrometer testing, and preparation of reporting forms.
3. Reviews patient health history through a personal interview with the patient.
4. Assists physicians with examinations.
5. Schedules patient appoints and tests.
6. Performs triage to determine patient needs.
7. Orders and stocks needed clinic supplies. Maintains and schedules repair of diagnostic testing equipment.
8. Relieves, as needed, the reception area.
9. Responds to emergency situations.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

Use and care of standard clinic equipment. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified.

Minimum Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program preferred

Minimum Experience:

Six months experience or completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training Program.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215

Veteran Information:

Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 001260, 4N0X1, 68W, 18D, 68C, 4T0X1, 4A0X1,

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Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.