Medical Assistant, UT Health Austin
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, United States
Purpose
The Medical Assistant (MA) supports physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, the MA works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. The key responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, recording medical histories, performing basic laboratory tests, and assisting with minor surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
Patient Care
Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
Records patient medical histories and vital signs.
Assists physicians during physical examinations.
Clinical Support
Administers medications and treatments under supervision.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
Performs basic laboratory tests.
Administrative Duties
Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software.
Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in examination rooms.
Handles patient inquiries, billing, and insurance verification.
Equipment Management
Operates and maintains medical equipment.
Orders and maintains medical supplies.
Ensures proper sterilization of instruments.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in Medical Assisting or related field.
2 years of relevant experience in a healthcare environment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Phlebotomy certification.
Salary Range
$43,500 + depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Standard office equipment.
Repetitive use of a keyboard.
May be exposed to occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, blood‑borne pathogens, ionizing and non‑ionizing radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented or combative patients.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in the loss of employment.
E‑Verify
E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) (PDF)
Right to Work Poster (English) (PDF)
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) (PDF)
Compliance
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees to be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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The Medical Assistant (MA) supports physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, the MA works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. The key responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, recording medical histories, performing basic laboratory tests, and assisting with minor surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
Patient Care
Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
Records patient medical histories and vital signs.
Assists physicians during physical examinations.
Clinical Support
Administers medications and treatments under supervision.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
Performs basic laboratory tests.
Administrative Duties
Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software.
Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in examination rooms.
Handles patient inquiries, billing, and insurance verification.
Equipment Management
Operates and maintains medical equipment.
Orders and maintains medical supplies.
Ensures proper sterilization of instruments.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in Medical Assisting or related field.
2 years of relevant experience in a healthcare environment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Phlebotomy certification.
Salary Range
$43,500 + depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Standard office equipment.
Repetitive use of a keyboard.
May be exposed to occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, blood‑borne pathogens, ionizing and non‑ionizing radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented or combative patients.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in the loss of employment.
E‑Verify
E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) (PDF)
Right to Work Poster (English) (PDF)
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) (PDF)
Compliance
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP‑3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees to be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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