MEDICAL ASSISTANT (HUNTSVILLE, AL )
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Description
Our Population Health department is searching for a motivated, outgoing, organized individual who is interested in being part of an innovative, team-based approach to healthcare. In this role, the ideal candidate will focus on improving the health status and care for individuals with chronic medical conditions, function as a part of an interdisciplinary team and ensures excellence in patient care.
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, to perform clinical procedures to prepare patients and/or research participants for treatment or research protocol. To assist physician or other healthcare team member with completion of treatment/protocol. To perform simple, non-invasive patient procedures according to applicable policy and/or protocol. May perform various clerical and/or lab duties as requested. Responds to the unique needs of all patients ages newborn through geriatric.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Working with Population Health Nurse supervisor to identify patients for Medicare annual wellness exams (AWV) and diabetic eye exams.
• Tracking results of screening tests to close care gaps, close referral appointment loop, schedule diagnostic testing.
• Performing AWV exams under the direct supervision of the resident or faculty.
• Assists Population Health Nurse supervisor with quality improvement projects.
• Scheduling patients for AWV appointments. Accomplish weekly and monthly team goals.
• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service in a manner that is reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.
• Attend and actively participate in training related activities as needed
• Other duties as assigned
Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00
LOCATED IN HUNTSVILLE, AL
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.
Preferred Skills and Knowledge:
• Competent in taking vital signs and recognizing abnormal readings
• Knowledge of community resources
• Demonstrates professional behavior
• Highly organized with an attention to detail
• Demonstrates professional and effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work with patients/family members in a respectful, compassionate manner
• Ability to work with a high volume of patients
• Looks for opportunities for improvement
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.