Medical Assistant, Front/Back Office, Administrative Assistant 1, UNLV Student W

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for **Medical Assistant, Front/Back Office, Administrative Assistant 1,** **UNLV Student Wellness [R0150193]*** Greet patients, clients, and visitors upon entering the Student Wellness Center. Provide accurate general information about SWC and its services. Treat patients with compassion and empathy.* Control flow, monitor and manage entry into clinic area.* Answer telephones, emails, instant messages and assist with requests resulting from inquiries.* Retrieve and respond to messages (phone, in-person, electronic).* Coordinate deliveries, patient/client/guest/visitor flow with internal departments.* Ensure a neat, clean and professional appearance of the lobby, check-in, and front desk areas. Report work orders, or hazards.* Prioritize and perform multiple tasks as needed in the clinic.* Adjust work schedule as needed, based on patients, staffing, and clinical need* Effectively and efficiently use the SHC/FAST Center electronic health records system.* Maintain proper (e.g., correct spelling, clear and definitive statements) legible documentation and clinical records.* Comply with the SHC/FAST Center’s policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.* Participate in infection prevention assessments and safety drills.* Comply with quality assurance practices.* Strictly uphold the confidentiality of health information and protect patients’ right to privacy.* Apply principles of universal precautions, aseptic technique, and infection control* Assist healthcare providers with treatments, examinations, and procedures* Comply with quality assurance practices* Complete laboratory requisitions ensuring all relevant information is included along with supporting documentation (e.g., copies of insurance cards) when indicated.* Follow up on patient test results under the guidance of healthcare provider/RN* Participate in infection prevention assessments and safety drills* Perform accurate and thorough patient intakes with minimal spelling errors and review patient history, vital signs, and medications.* Perform and maintain inventory of medical supplies and equipment* Perform diagnostic tests such as vision screening, EKG, and spirometry as recommended by the reason for patient visit.* Prepare and administer injections and immunizations per SHC policy and procedure* Prepare patients for medical examinations and medical procedures* Prepare, maintain, and stock examination and treatment areas* Prioritize and perform multiple tasks as needed in the clinic* Recognize and respond to emergencies in collaboration with the healthcare provider team* Strictly uphold the confidentiality of health information and protect patients’ right to privacy* Teach patients methods of health promotion and disease prevention* Treat patients with compassion, empathy, and professionalism* Competitive total rewards package including:* No state income tax* Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools* Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents* Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays* Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision* Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programsThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates.

Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106).

The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to:

Michelle Sposito, Director of Equal Employment/Title IX, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV, 89154-1062, Telephone: (702) 895-4055, or in person at Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH), Room 555.; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. #J-18808-Ljbffr