Encounter Specialist Medical Assistant III

Overview

Encounter Specialist Medical Assistant III —

Job Location:

University Health 1 (UH1), Kansas City, Missouri. Department:
Dermatology Clinic UHTMC. Position Type:
Full time.

Work Schedule:

8:00AM - 4:30PM. Hours Per Week: 40.

• Partner with physicians and nurses to deliver top-notch patient care
• Accurately document patient visits in real time while shadowing the provider
• Collect vital health information and help patients understand their care plan
• Perform point-of-care testing (POCT), immunizations, and injections
• Assist with ordering tests, medications, and follow-ups
• Help keep things running smoothly by handling clerical tasks
• Be a friendly, knowledgeable face patients can count on!

• Education & Credentials
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Certified as a CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NRCMA (NAHP), or CCMA (NHA)
• Current BLS certification (or willing to get it before starting)

• Skills & Experience
• Experience with immunizations, injections, and POCT
• Solid knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to keep up in a clinical setting
• Comfortable with multitasking and thinking on your feet
• Great with technology (Microsoft Office and EHR systems)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care
• Completed a medical terminology course or have one year of experience using it on the job
• Understand and respect HIPAA and patient privacy guidelines
• (Bonus) Radiology training or certification if your role includes radiologic functions

• Be part of a supportive, tight-knit team
• Every day is different—never a dull moment!
• Make a real difference in patients' lives
• Learn and grow alongside compassionate professionals

Sound like a good fit? Let's connect! We're excited to learn more about you and how you can shine in this role.