Medical Assistant - .75 FTE

Company:  University of Denver
Location: Denver
Closing Date: 26/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Student Affairs & Inclusive Excellence (SAIE) is the central student affairs division of the University of Denver.SAIE supports students in their holistic development through advocacy, collaboration, and education, and we strive to be full partners in students' learning experience. SAIE values student centricity; diversity, equity, and inclusion; collaboration; adaptability; and accountability. The Division's strategic priorities are:Enrich the holistic student experienceElevate & Embed diversity, equity & inclusionEngage purposeful partnershipsEnhance staff development, learning & wellbeingEnact sustainable practices & operations SAIE includes Housing and Residential Education; Student Engagement; Fraternity and Sorority Life; Health and Counseling Center; Inclusion & Equity Education; Disability Services Program; The Cultural Center; Access & Transitions; Learning Effectiveness Program; Veterans and Military Resources; Student Outreach and Support; Student Rights & Responsibilities; Budget, Operations, and Division Resources; New Student Programs; Parent & Family Engagement; and Community and Driscoll CommonThe Health & Counseling Center (HCC) is a fully integrated, on-campus, accredited college health center that provides a wide range of medical and mental health services. The University of Denver is deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence and Equity and seeks a Medical Assistant who possesses cultural humility and a strong understanding of systems of oppression and can integrate those perspective into all their work. This position works in the Medical unit at the HCC.The mission of the HCC is to enhance overall student well-being and success through inclusive physical and mental healthcare, prevention, education, advocacy, and recovery support services. Most shifts are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional shifts from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. Physicians, nurses, psychologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other health professionals staff the HCC. All students enrolled for academic credit (full-time or part-time, undergraduate, or graduatThe work environment is a busy out-patient office setting, which features a fast pace, frequent interruptions, daily contact with the public, and requires self-motivation. The environment involves balancing a variety of priorities and responding quickly to emerging problems. Office and patient care environments include: exposure to blood, body fluids and hazardous waste other than blood and body fluids; occasional exposure to toxins, and poisonous substances; occasional exposure to hazardous materials such as chemicals and liquid nitrogen; occasional exposure to dust, loud, unpleasant noises and combative situations; frequent exposure to communicable disease including COVID-19.The University of Denver and the Health and Counseling Center are committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will advance this commitment through their research, teaching and/or service.Position SummaryNO WEEKENDS, NO NIGHTS!The Medical Assistant (MA) position at the University of Denver Health and Counseling Center (HCC) is a 0.75 FTE fully benefited position. This role is responsible for three to four 8 hour shifts per week (Monday-Friday). This role's responsibilities include rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, immunizations, CLIA waived laboratory testing, assisting providers with procedures/exams/treatments, and various other duties as assigned. Most shifts are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional shifts from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. This position offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid continuing medical education, and generous paid time off. An overview of benefits can be found at: man-resourceThe well-qualified candidate should have completed training and be certified as a medical assistant, or have equivalent work experience. They should have at least 1 year of clinical MA experience, and be able to establish empathic connections with DU students while adhering to established DU and HCC policies and protocols. They should be familiar with and passionate about the medical needs of college students. They should be comfortable incorporating the values of inclusive excellence and multicultural humility into their daily work. This position requires medical knowledge to perform duties under the direction of the providers. This position reports to the Associate Director of Medical Services, Medical Director, and Assistant Vice Chancellor of Health and WellnesThe HCC is a fully integrated, accredited college health center that provides a wide range of medical and mental health services. The mission of the HCC is to promote student success by providing exceptional, inclusive, integrated health care. We promote student success and wellness through education, advocacy, and outreach to the University of Denver community. The HCC is an on-campus health facility open 8 am - 5 pm Monday through Friday with evening hours until 7 pm a minimum of 2 days per week during the academicThe work environment is a busy out-patient office setting, which features a fast pace, frequent interruptions, daily contact with the public, and requires self-motivation. The environment involves balancing a variety of priorities and responding quickly to emerging problems. Office and patient care environments include: exposure to blood, body fluids and hazardous waste other than blood and body fluids; occasional exposure to toxins, and poisonous substances; occasional exposure to hazardous materials such as

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