Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
longevity pay
Retirement Plan
Medical premiums covered
Financial counseling
Mental health counseling
Job Description
UTHealth Houston is a leading healthcare institution in Texas dedicated to healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. As a comprehensive medical center, UTHealth Houston serves as a vital resource for the community, offering a wide range of specialized healthcare services and advanced treatment options. With a commitment to improving health outcomes and fostering medical advancements, it is known for its collaborative environment where medical professionals strive to provide the highest standard of care with compassion and expertise.
The Orthopedic Sports Medicine team at UTHealth Houston is a multidisciplinary collective that includes orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, nutritionists, exercise physiologists, biomechanists, strength and conditioning coaches, and athletic trainers. This experienced team provides individualized orthopedic care and customized treatment and training programs aimed at helping athletes achieve optimal performance and recovery. The services offered encompass orthopedic injury prevention and evaluation, minimally invasive surgeries, post-injury rehabilitation, sports concussion management, strength and conditioning training, performance testing, and sports nutrition.
UTHealth Houston’s orthopedic services are supported by advanced diagnostic imaging and an ambulatory surgery center conveniently located adjacent to the institute, ensuring seamless and efficient patient treatment processes. The institution prides itself not only on its medical excellence but also on the supportive, rewarding work environment it offers its employees. Employees at UTHealth Houston benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that includes full medical premium coverage for full-time staff, generous paid time off totaling approximately 37 to 38 days annually, longevity pay incentives, and robust retirement and pension plans.
Beyond financial rewards, UTHealth Houston emphasizes the well-being of its workforce by providing extensive work-life services including free financial and legal counseling, mental health counseling services, gym membership discounts, access to wellness programs, and a variety of employee discounts on entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones. Additionally, resources for child and elder care are available, highlighting the institution's holistic approach to employee support.
The position open at UTHealth Houston involves functioning as a vital member of the clinical team, supporting the delivery of patient care that meets high standards of safety, effectiveness, patient-centeredness, timeliness, efficiency, and equity. Responsibilities include assisting clinical staff in preparing for patient visits, performing vital sign assessments, patient documentation, facilitating routine and specialty procedures, maintaining clinical equipment, and managing clinic supplies and scheduling. Emphasis is placed on providing exceptional patient service, maintaining privacy and confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines, and contributing positively to the clinical environment.
This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with preferred completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program, along with at least six months of relevant experience. Certification in Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association is mandatory. Physically, the position demands the ability to exert force up to 50 pounds occasionally and lesser weights frequently or constantly to move objects.
UTHealth Houston also holds this role as security sensitive, necessitating thorough background checks to ensure the integrity and security of critical infrastructure. They provide clear guidance for veterans whose military occupational specialties relate to the role. The location requirement specifies that employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas, emphasizing local community integration and commitment.
Joining UTHealth Houston means becoming part of a world-renowned institution where your contributions profoundly impact patient outcomes and healthcare advancements, supported by a nurturing and rewarding work environment where you are valued and cared for.
The Orthopedic Sports Medicine team at UTHealth Houston is a multidisciplinary collective that includes orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, nutritionists, exercise physiologists, biomechanists, strength and conditioning coaches, and athletic trainers. This experienced team provides individualized orthopedic care and customized treatment and training programs aimed at helping athletes achieve optimal performance and recovery. The services offered encompass orthopedic injury prevention and evaluation, minimally invasive surgeries, post-injury rehabilitation, sports concussion management, strength and conditioning training, performance testing, and sports nutrition.
UTHealth Houston’s orthopedic services are supported by advanced diagnostic imaging and an ambulatory surgery center conveniently located adjacent to the institute, ensuring seamless and efficient patient treatment processes. The institution prides itself not only on its medical excellence but also on the supportive, rewarding work environment it offers its employees. Employees at UTHealth Houston benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that includes full medical premium coverage for full-time staff, generous paid time off totaling approximately 37 to 38 days annually, longevity pay incentives, and robust retirement and pension plans.
Beyond financial rewards, UTHealth Houston emphasizes the well-being of its workforce by providing extensive work-life services including free financial and legal counseling, mental health counseling services, gym membership discounts, access to wellness programs, and a variety of employee discounts on entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones. Additionally, resources for child and elder care are available, highlighting the institution's holistic approach to employee support.
The position open at UTHealth Houston involves functioning as a vital member of the clinical team, supporting the delivery of patient care that meets high standards of safety, effectiveness, patient-centeredness, timeliness, efficiency, and equity. Responsibilities include assisting clinical staff in preparing for patient visits, performing vital sign assessments, patient documentation, facilitating routine and specialty procedures, maintaining clinical equipment, and managing clinic supplies and scheduling. Emphasis is placed on providing exceptional patient service, maintaining privacy and confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines, and contributing positively to the clinical environment.
This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with preferred completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program, along with at least six months of relevant experience. Certification in Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association is mandatory. Physically, the position demands the ability to exert force up to 50 pounds occasionally and lesser weights frequently or constantly to move objects.
UTHealth Houston also holds this role as security sensitive, necessitating thorough background checks to ensure the integrity and security of critical infrastructure. They provide clear guidance for veterans whose military occupational specialties relate to the role. The location requirement specifies that employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas, emphasizing local community integration and commitment.
Joining UTHealth Houston means becoming part of a world-renowned institution where your contributions profoundly impact patient outcomes and healthcare advancements, supported by a nurturing and rewarding work environment where you are valued and cared for.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association (AHA) required
- Six months experience or completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training Program
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects
- Must be willing to permanently reside and work in the State of Texas
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association (AHA) required
- Six months experience or completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training Program
Job Duties
- Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction
- Effectively participates in planning and preparing for patient visits ensuring appropriate schedules, test results, and clinic specific requirements are available
- Rooms patients consistent with clinic needs while determining and documenting chief complaint and reason for visit, vital signs, medication list, allergies, smoking history and other information as required by clinic
- Keeps patients informed of delays and progress of clinical appointments
- As required and competency validated, performs appropriate hearing and vision testing, EKG, spirometry, point of care testing, specimen collection, equipment cleaning/reprocessing and other requested procedures
- Prepares and stocks rooms (daily/weekly) and clinic supplies in advance of clinic visit as well as cleaning rooms appropriately between patients
- Prepares for and assists with routine and specialty procedures
- Schedules patients for follow up appointments or referrals and performs routine clerical duties including photocopying, scanning, and faxing
- Performs telephone messaging and in person screening with appropriate follow up
- Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines
- Performs other duties as assigned
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