Title: Certified Medical Assistant

Employee Classification: Certified Medical Assistant

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Student Health and Wellness

Department: UNT-Health & Wellness-Gen-160700

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The University of North Texas (UNT) Student Health and Wellness Center is a full-service medical center offering all UNT students general wellness and specialty medical care. We are staffed with licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified lab technologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed nurses, and medical assistants.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for providing patient care in the Student Health and Wellness Center. Care, treatment, and general health services are provided primarily to students with some exceptions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED equivalent, and one year of related experience. Substitution of education for experience allowed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Working knowledge of pharmacy and/or medical technology and practices as necessary.
* Ability to perform duties while standing or walking for long period of time.
* Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of pharmacy and/or medical technology and practices as necessary. Ability to perform duties while standing or walking for long period of time. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Current CPR
Current MA certification

Job Duties:

• Presents a professional demeanor when interacting with internal and external customers. Follows appropriate chain of command.
• Participates in all mandatory SHWC trainings and meetings, including committees, as assigned. Practices and follows proper privacy and security regulations.
• Participates/volunteers with SHWC events, including internal events, orientations, etc. 
• Performs scheduled checks of assigned work areas and turns in appropriate signed form indicating completion. 
• Other duties as assigned. 
• Charts, codes, and charges all patient encounters according to current coding guidelines.
• Assists medical providers in evaluating and treating patients. 

Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.