Job: Assistant, Medical

Department: Detention Health Care Adults
Location: Detention Health Care Services

JOB CLASS NUMBER: 0432 (PRN 0434)
REVIEWED:12/08

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct and indirect patient care activities and performs clerical duties under direct supervision of the licensed nurse. Supports and maintains the University Health System's policies, protocols, values and guest relations

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent experience required. Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school or certification from an approved credentialing body for medical assistants is required. National certification as a registered Medical Assistant is preferred. Must have current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Card. One-year experience in a clinic, doctor's office or ambulatory care setting is preferred. Designated cash handlers must successfully complete the Patient Services Cashier course and be designated as a Patient Services Cashier during the initial probationary period.

LICENSURE:
Must maintain current CPR (BCLS) certification