Job Title: Medical Assistant, Student Health Services
Location: UNG - Multi Campus
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 278375
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Medical Assistant, Student Health Services. Full-time, benefitted Medical Assistant position at Student Health Services. Work involves responsibilities that consist of front office as well as clinical duties. These duties include but are not limited to physical assessment/triage, assisting with procedures and delivering of over-the counter medications or basic first aid, assisting the Office Administrator with patient check-in and scheduling as well as the processing of immunizations of in-coming students. This position requires the incumbent to be able to perform in-house laboratory tests, phlebotomy, obtain and process specimens, and injections of medications/immunizations. Ability to recognize an emergency situation and initiate emergency care. Knowledge of immunization requirements per the Board of Regents. Flexibility to work on Dahlonega or Gainesville campus as assigned. Flexibility to work occasional weekends and/or travel to other campuses for special events. Computer skills necessary for electronic medical records and UNG Banner system.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in physical assessment skills and triage, performing phlebotomy and CLIA-waived laboratory tests and processing lab specimens. Completes tasks as requested by provider or nurse supervisor.
• Provides front office coverage with patient check-in and scheduling, answers questions regarding immunization requirements per the BOR, processes immunizations of in-coming students in Banner, assists Office Administrator with reports.
• Proficiency in documenting legibly and correctly in medical records including electronic medical records and Banner systems.
• Attend meetings as required. Assist with Open House and Orientation coverage.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilties

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with HIPPA and FERPA regulations and patient confidentiality.
• Computer skills, reliable transportation.
• Organized, communicates well, interpersonal skills with students, faculty/staff and parents.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant certification.
• CPR and AED certified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant in family practice or urgent care preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This role is considered a position of trust.
• Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust