Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

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The Health and Wellness Center at St. Catherine University invites applications for a part-time (0.75 FTE) Medical Assistant, LPN, or Clinic EMT position.

The Medical Assistant, LPN or Clinic EMT's primary function within the legal scope of practice of this position is assisting the SCU health providers (MD, PA, NP, and RN) to make efficient use of their clinic time by maintaining smooth patient flow. This is accomplished by managing the front desk, answering the telephone, scheduling appointments, checking patients in to clinic, rooming patients in the exam rooms at the time of their appointment, taking accurate vital signs, conducting laboratory procedures as ordered by the medical provider, administering vaccinations, keeping the exam rooms clean and stocked with medical supplies the provider may need appropriate to that examination.

This role is responsible for

• Performing all in house laboratory tests: EKG, phlebotomy and other collection specimens, accurately processing and documenting all tests. The MA will track all lab work to assure report(s) have been processed; results are to be recorded in the patient's chart. The MA will immediately report to provider any abnormal lab results.
• Rooming patients and recording all information needed by the medical provider prior to exam (chief complaint, vital signs, medication review, allergy review, equipment set up, eye tests, height, weight, BP etc.) Notify the provider of patient's arrival.
• Daily organization and cleanliness of laboratory area and exam rooms; stocking exam rooms and laboratory area with appropriate supplies; sterilizing equipment
• Ordering all routine laboratory testing through LabCorp, as well as performing accurately all in-clinic CLIA-waived tests and perform wet mount testing.
• Ordering and maintenance medical, vaccine and pharmaceutical supplies under supervision of MD, PA and/or NP.
• Organization of student worker scheduling and training.
• Coordination and execution of on campus vaccination clinics for specific health programs as well as for the general student population. Required to prepare and administer patient immunizations according to clinic protocol.
• Ongoing review and certification as related to CLIA waived and non-waived testing performed in the clinic, and is responsible for maintaining and updating the laboratory policy manual.
• Ongoing assessment and management of prescription refill requests conferring with providers as appropriate

This is a 0.75 FTE non-exempt position. Although the position is classified as 0.75 FTE for the year, the employee will work 37.5 hours per week during the academic year and 11 hours per week during summer. The specific work dates will be determined each year in conjunction with the supervisor based on the University's academic calendar.

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated skill and experience in the following

• Obtaining patients' vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, etc)
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff, faculty, students, organizations and the general public
• Strong analytical skills to assess patient needs
• Strong interpersonal, and written communications skills
• Laboratory/Phlebotomy skills
• Excellent human relation skills with diverse range of individuals/students
• EKG Competency
• Immunization Competency
• CPR certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical experience of one year or greater in an outpatient setting preferred

Application instructions

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9960546

Compensation

Hourly wage is $19.45 - $24.90 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Benefits: Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access
• Accrued sick time

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found https://stkate.app.box.com/file/1559643170072?s=6e5a0p5fmyvccrsqnk34i9vx7emjr1m2.
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of all religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at mailto:hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.

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