Medical Assistant - Campus Life

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under a physician's direction.
• Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient's medical record.
• May give injections or treatments, perform routine laboratory tests under the direction of an attending physician, and assist in other patient care activities such as dressing changes and leg wraps.
• Prepares treatment room for examination of patient.
• May assist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments/materials to the doctor as directed.
• Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
• May operate an x-ray, EKG, or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments; observes the principles of sterile technique in performing duties.
• Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for lab work.
• Maintains accurate and complete patient records/documentation.
• Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and assists in performing clerical duties.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Positions in this classification may require successful completion of a medical assistant training program.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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