Medical Assistant Part-Time

Medical Assistant Part-Time

Limited-Term

SA94624

part-time 0-19 hours weekly

Non-Exempt

$23.00 - $27.00

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate ofthe compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, aswell as internal equity and other internal factors.

The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

The Medical Assistant provides clinical, patient care, front-office, and administrative support to healthcare providers within the Student Health Center. Under established clinical protocols and the direction of licensed healthcare providers, the Medical Assistant assists with patient intake, obtains and documents vital signs and relevant medical information, preparespatients for examination and treatment, supports clinical procedures and patient flow, maintains clinical supplies and records, and assists with referrals and follow-up care.

The position also supports appointment scheduling, walk-in services,front office operations, and health promotion activities. The Medical Assistant maintains strict confidentiality and performs allduties in accordance with University policies and applicable stateand federal requirements.

• Room patients and prepare them for examination, evaluation, and treatment.
• Interview patients regarding the reason for visit and obtainand document relevant medical history.
• Obtain, measure, and document vital signs and other patient information in the medical record.
• Assist physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other licensed healthcare providers during examinations and clinical procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as authorized and directed by licensed healthcare providers and in accordance with applicable scope-of-practice requirements and Student Health Center protocols.
• Collect and prepare specimens and perform authorizedpoint-of-care testing according to established procedures.
• Assist with wound care, dressing changes, and other clinical procedures under appropriate provider direction.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms and appropriately cleanand disinfect clinical areas and equipment between patients.
• Follow infection-prevention, blood borne-pathogen,sharps-safety, and other clinical safety protocols.
• Monitor and maintain clinical and pharmaceutical supplies,including appropriate documentation of medication use and inventory.
• Recognize changes in patient condition or situations requiring immediate clinical attention and promptly notify the appropriatelicensed healthcare provider.
• Reinforce patient-care instructions and health education provided by licensed healthcare professionals.
• Facilitate referrals, laboratory follow-up, and othercontinuity-of-care activities as directed by healthcare providers.
• Greet and check in students seeking medical services and assist with patient flow throughout the Student Health Center.
• Schedule, confirm, and coordinate appointments and accommodatewalk-in patients according to established procedures.
• Verify and update demographic, contact, and other requiredpatient information.
• Respond to telephone, electronic, and in-person inquiries and appropriately route clinical questions to licensed healthcare providers.
• Assist students in navigating Student Health Center service sand accessing appropriate internal and external resources.
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of patient information and records in accordance with University policies and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students,parents when appropriately authorized, healthcare providers, and University departments.
• Support healthcare providers and the Front Office Manager inthe daily operation of the Student Health Center.
• Maintain examination rooms, clinical equipment, medical supplies, and inventory to support safe and efficient patient care.
• Maintain required clinical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and operational documentation.
• Coordinate referrals to outside healthcare and social-service providers as directed.
• Assist with…