T219165 - University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Temporary Certified Medical Assistant Position at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) requires strong clinical skills, the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

To assist physician or other healthcare team member with completion of treatment/protocol. To perform simple, non-invasive patient procedures according to applicable policy and/or protocol.
May perform various clerical and/or lab duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

Some experience in patient care is preferred
Must be able to recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality
Ability to multi-task
Must be self-directed/self-motivated
Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Must be able to relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation
Must be able to communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background

About UAB Temporary Staffing

UAB Temporary Services is a division of UAB Recruitment Services offering qualified temporary and temporary-to-hire staff to departments within the UAB campus, including UAB Hospital, UAB Health Services Foundation, UAB Health System, Viva Health and Southern Research Institute. Working for UAB Temporary Services provides you with an opportunity to learn more about UAB while gaining valuable work experience.

Education

Currently certified as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Health career Association (NHA) required.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteranrsquo;s status. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any educational program or activity operated by recipients of federal financial assistance. As required by Title IX, UAB does not discriminate based on sex in its educational programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to UABrsquo;s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Educationrsquo;s Office for Civil Rights, or both. UABrsquo;s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator is Andrea McDew, 701 20th Street South, Suite 1030, Birmingham, AL 35233, 205-934-5493,amcdew@uab.edu.