Medical Assistant - Family Medicine Residency Programs Casper

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

MEDICAL ASSISTANT 

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the responsibility and supervision of a physician, prepare patients for examination; assist physician/resident/practitioner with routine medical procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet patients and ascertain problems to be examined; take and record pertinent vital signs, and prepare patients for examination.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Administer immunizations and medications as directed.
• Assemble and use equipment including catheters and oxygen supplies.
• Give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), record vital signs, and assist during medical emergencies, as directed.
• Answer phones, take messages, and perform telephone triage when needed.
• Maintain adequate supplies in cast, procedure, and examining rooms; maintain cleanliness of work area; report items for re-ordering.
• Assist physician in outpatient procedures or other tests. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Inventory vaccines and drug supplies.
• Clean instruments; wrap and label for autoclave sterilization and return to designated location. 

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook.  Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.  

COMPETENCIES:

• Consistency
• Sensitivity
• Service Orientation
• Quality Orientation
• Work Tempo

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 1 year work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:

• Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Graduate of a medical assistant program

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Experience with triage
• Experience with vaccines
• Experience with phlebotomy
• Experience with EMR

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT CASPER:

Centrally located in the middle of the state, Casper is the second largest Wyoming city, with a population of about 57,000 residents. An exceptional educational system includes local community college Casper College, and several high schools, junior high schools and elementary schools. Plentiful recreation during all seasons is a standard of living among its residents that enjoy skiing, camping, mountain biking, running, snowmobiling, waterskiing, golfing, ice skating, swimming, and more. Charming boutiques and small businesses thrive in the renovated downtown area, and fine dining and eateries are available throughout the city and near Eastridge Mall, a shopping center on the east side of town. For more information see VisitCasper.com and CasperWY.gov  and Wyoming Family Practice Education Health Centers of Wyoming – Casper – Casper Wyoming (wyomingfamilypractice.com)