Clinical Assistant position at Texas Tech University in El Paso

Texas Tech University is in need of Clinical Assistant on Fri, 20 Jul 2012 03:33:43 GMT. Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from department administrator. May supervise other Medical Assistants...

Clinical Assistant

Location: El Paso Texas

Description: Texas Tech University is in need of Clinical Assistant right now, this position will be placed in Texas. More complete informations about this position opportunity please read the description below. Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from department administrator. May supervise other Medical Assistants, clerical staff and student positions. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions. May be stressful when working under emergency conditions.

Major/Essential Functions

• Records patient height, weight, blood pressure, pulse & temperature.
• Assists physician while patient is being examined.
• Performs simple laboratory tests, first aid procedures and administer injections.
• Sterilizes instruments and cleans equipment.
• Gives instructions to patient on diet, medication or special procedures as indicated by physician.
• Records medical histories, data on physicals, surgery referrals and other facts pertaining to patient.
• Makes referrals to other providers, ancillary services, organizations or hospitals as indicated.
• Ensures that exam rooms are clean and stocked. Maintains daily inventory and orders supplies.
• Assesses patient for appropriate invasive procedure (venipuncture or capillary puncture) and obtains that sample according to procedure.
• Collects blood samples in appropriate containers after positive patient identification. Properly labels specimen(s) and completes patient according to established criteria to ensure a positive patient outcome.
• Verifies identity of samples with orders and processes laboratory specimen(s) as indicated.
• Routes specimens to appropriate test site.
• Maintains logs and prepares statistics as indicated.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor within the policies of the department and TTUHSC in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department.

Occasional Duties

• Assists physician with minor surgery.

Qualifications

Education:
A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

License/Certification:
Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty. Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty that particular work will be performed.

Experience:
A minimum of two years directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

One year experience in venipuncture and capillary techniques, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with modern office and medical equipment; knowledge of principles and application of medical ethics; knowledge of legal requirements for physicians; medical terminology; manual dexterity necessary for clinical and laboratory procedures. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to use general office machines. Accurate and skillful use of a personal computer, familiar with various software programs. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Security Sensitive?

Yes

Security Level (TTU only)

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

If yes, are select agents used in this laboratory?

No

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly (Non-Exempt)

Job Type

Full Time

Campus/Unit

Texas Tech University HSC - El Paso

Work Location

El Paso

Zip Code

79927

Job Open Date

07/19/2012

Job Close Date

08/02/2012

Special Instructions to Applicants

Documented completion of required CEU’s to maintain certification.

Place of employment will be 313 S. Rio Vista, Socorro, TX 79927.

Physical Demands

Frequently lift 1-10 lbs 34%-66%

Occasionally lift 11 lbs to 100 lbs; pushing, pulling 20-40 lbs; crouching or crawling; reaching above shoulder level; working with CRT /Computer; repetitive wrist movements; climbing; walking; standing; sitting; exposure to infectious materials 34%-66%

Continuously talking/hearing; use of eyesight; visual acuity; depth perception; color vision 67%-100%

Salary Grade

507

Hourly Pay Range

9.99 - 14.12

Monthly Pay Range

1731.60 - 2447.47

Internal Candidates Only?

No

Internal Cand Open Date

Internal Cand Closing Date

EEO Statement:
The entities of the Texas Tech University System are Equal Opportunity Employers and employ without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran, or other protected classes.

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http://jobs.texastech.edu:80/postings/47278
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This position starts available on: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 03:33:43 GMT

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