Job description

Major/Essential Functions

Records height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, and pain, assessment
Assists physician while patient is being examined
Performs simple laboratory tests, first aid procedures and administers injections
Records medical history, data on physicals, surgery referrals, and other facts as indicated
Gives instructions to patients on diet, medication or special procedures as indicated by physician
Schedules appointments to specialists, ancillary services, organizations or hospitals if indicated
Collect blood samples in appropriate containers after positive patient identification and properly labels specimen(s). Completes patient requisition
Verifies identity of samples with orders and processes laboratory specimen as indicated
Obtain medication pre-authorization and consults with provider for any changes
Routes specimens to appropriate test site
Ensures that exam rooms are clean and stocked; maintains daily inventory and orders supplies
Prepares instruments and equipment to sterilize
Documents all in-house testing and procedures in EMR and in department logbooks
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor within the policies of the department, and TTUHSC in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department

Required Qualifications

High School diploma/GED Equivalent.
Must be a graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assisting Program.
Current Medical Assistant Certification required.
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary setting; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of clinical experience in an ambulatory clinical practice setting
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems
A basic knowledge of medical terminology
Familiarity with Joint Commission and its standards
Experience with medical supply inventory and restocking
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

EEO Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV, Transcript

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Research Technicians

Job Expires

05/18/2023

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