Medical Assistant

University of North Carolina, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 03 Apr 2023

Posting Information
Posting Information


Department SA Campus Health Services-650001
Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 03/20/2023
Application Deadline 04/03/2023
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Medical/Nursing Assistant - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent GN07
Working Title Medical Assistant
Position Number 20039077
Vacancy ID P017113
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
8a-5p Monday-Friday, occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $31,200 - $52,381
Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .

Position Summary Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Campus Health (CH) is a multi-specialty ambulatory college health clinic providing quality, and affordable health care for eligible students and spouses. Annually, CH has more than 80,000 patient encounters, which includes Primary Care and Gynecology as well as specialty clinics in sports medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, physical therapy, counseling and psychological services, travel clinic, immunization clinic, and allergy clinic. Weekend acute care is provided from 8-5 PM. On site ancillary services include pharmacy, OTC pharmacy, Student Stores pharmacy, medical laboratory, and radiology.
Campus Health has been continuously accredited since 1986 by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. All personnel are trained in the concepts and principles of Performance Improvement and serve as team members and leaders in shaping and defining the organization as it strives to provide quality and safe care.
Campus Health collaborates with Student Wellness and Campus Recreation and other Student Affairs partners to provide education and outreach to assist in keeping the campus population healthy.
Education and research comprise another important function of CH. CH provides clinical rotations and practicums for students in the School of Education, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work and Public Health, Department of Medical Technology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Health and Radiology. In addition, CH serves as a research site for a number of faculty and graduate student grants and contracts, where CH staff participates with the principal investigators across a variety of medical specialties.
Position Summary
This position is eligible for a Sign On Bonus of $2,000 to be paid in two installment:
 - $ 1,000 within 30 days of your hire date and
 - $ 1,000 12 months after hire date
Provides direct patient care, checks-in patients for clinical visit by obtaining vital signs and other data collection, performs basic lab tests including waived testing and phlebotomy, assists providers with contraceptive and gynecological procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician in a college-health ambulatory care environment. Prepares medications and administers routine immunizations following routine medical assisting techniques and procedures and with a medical provider authorization. Maintains a safe patient care environment, performs routine clerical functions, transports patients, and records pertinent medical health information in the electronic health record.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require registration as a Nurse Aide by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA.)
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
High School graduate. Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program. Six months related clinic/office work experience with experience assisting with GYN procedures.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Ability to lift/move over 30 pounds with or without accommodation and transport patients within medical facility.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Overtime occasionally, Shift work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally, Evening work occasionally
Special Instructions
**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:
 
 To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act. 

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and  less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy .
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/252280

Contact Information


Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected]
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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