Qureos Mentor

UTHealth Houston

<div>The UTHealth Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) I for the Social Needs Assistance for Hospitalized Kids (SNAK) Trial. This multisite trial examines the comparative effectiveness of 2 hospital-based interventions designed to address families&rsquo; social and economic issues. Under the supervision of the Primary Investigator (PI), the incumbent will work closely with study team including community liaison, and investigator team to coordinate the data collection and operations of clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UTHealth and regulating agency policies.
The study involves recruiting participants from hospital ward at Children&rsquo;s Memorial Hermann Hospital (CMHH) (at Texas Medical Center Campus). The key responsibilities of this position will be to provide support for participant recruitment, enrollment, and retention; study data collection; and connecting families to community-based resources. The individual will be responsible for activities related to patient follow-up including scheduling and administering surveys, managing study data, and incentive distribution.
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (both speaking and writing).</li><li>
Experience and comfort working with children, adolescents, and families.</li><li>
Experience administering and distributing surveys with REDCap.</li><li>
Experience working with patients and families in healthcare settings.</li><li>
Experience extracting data from medical records and transfer it to data collection forms or directly into databases.</li></ul><ul><li>
Knowledge of any of the following: UTHealth policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPPA regulations, the UTHealth mission statement and purpose for research, UTHealth research policies and guidelines, policies and procedures on patient safety and confidentiality (electronic and hard copy medical records, patient charts, communication, etc.), and medical terminology.</li><li>
Experience applying the following regulations and guidelines:</li></ul><div>
Good Clinical Practice Guidelines</div><div>
Health Information and Accountability Act (HIPAA)</div><div>
The Protection of Human Research Subjects</div><div>
CHR regulations for recruitment and consent of research subjects</div>
Other duties may include but are not limited to; updating the research databases used to collect data, entering data, tracking participants, and other study-related participation; attending and actively participating in regular team meetings; monitoring study supplies; maintaining research files; and performing other related duties as assigned.
The incumbent would develop and maintain positive working relationships and partnerships with participants, colleagues, study recruitment sites, and other study collaborators. The individual will interact with multiple investigators, physicians, nurses, and community partners to ensure the successful implementation of on-going studies.
Shift Details: Monday &ndash; Friday. May require availability for 1&ndash;2 weekend days per month.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:<ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul>
Position Summary:
Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity. 
Position Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>
Assists with the day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.</li><li>
Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants.</li><li>
Assists with the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research-planning meetings to assist in the preparation of budget drafts for departmental leadership approval.</li><li>
Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.</li><li>
Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.</li><li>
Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.</li><li>
Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.</li><li>
Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department.</li><li>
May review contracts and develop training.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Certification/Skills:
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. 
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.
Minimum Experience:
None
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. 
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code &sect;51.215 and Texas Government Code &sect;411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code &sect;117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. &sect;791.4.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Research Coordinator I - Pediatrics (Hospital Medicine)

<div>We are looking for a trainee to work with our Epic Patient Access and Revenue Cycle area. This employee functions in an intern or entry-level role. It is designed to work part-time for four to five months. The trainee works with program management professionals to support the Office of the CMIO in implementing the top-tier healthcare Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, EPIC. Participates in projects across clinical technology and learns best practice IT skills. This is a chance to work with a system that immediately impacts UTHealth patients, providers, and staff. 
Compensation is hourly, and there are no benefits associated with this role. You will be working out of our University Professional Building in a flexible hybrid remote and on-site schedule. 
Position Key Accountabilities:
1. Assists in training curriculum, technology solutions, and building course catalogs that will be available to our clinicians and end-users 
2. Assists in testing of the EPIC EMR system. 
3. Assists in planning and execution of roadshows and engagement events to prepare end-users for the new system. 
4. Assists with coordinating with internal resources and third parties/vendors for on-time completion of deliverables. 
5. Assists with ongoing support to users/clients to resolve problems. 
6. Performs other duties as assigned. 
Certification/Skills:
Dependable team member who is self-motivated, energetic, wants to learn, great at troubleshooting, has an affinity for training and technology, and enjoys a fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented, able to work under tight time frames, multitask, prioritize, and complete duties in a timely manner. Good reasoning capabilities. 
Minimum Education:
A bachelor's degree is preferred, preferably in information systems or healthcare administration. May substitute required education with equivalent years of additional experience beyond the minimum experience requirement. 
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Epic Intern in Revenue Cycle - Seasonal Hire

<div>Seasonal Hires are a temporary status and therefore may not be employed for a period of more than four and &frac12; months. These individuals may be hired either as full-time or part-time and must be a minimum age of 16 years.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in informatics, data science, large language models, AI and their applications in biomedical research. The position will work on developing web applications as well as performing data analysis for biomedical data.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:<ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul>
Position Summary:
Seasonal Hires are a temporary status and therefore may not be employed for a period of more than four and &frac12; months. These individuals may be hired either as full-time or part-time and must be a minimum age of 16 years.
Position Key Accountabilities:
The position will work on developing web applications as well as performing data analysis for biomedical data. 
Certification/Skills: None
Minimum Education:
High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
Preferred Education Requirements:
Two full years of college completed preferably with a major in data science, computer science
Minimum Experience:
 None
 Individuals must be a minimum age of 16 years.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in informatics, data science, large language models, AI and their applications in biomedical research.
Physical Requirements: None
Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code &sect; 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Seasonal Hire - McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics

<div>This is a Temporary Status role lasting around 8 - 10 weeks. Per the University definition , the role will not exceed 4.5 months.
The role would facilitate team members with assessment of language deficits and brain damage in participants after stroke. Experience with these software: Python, MATLAB, R, MRIcron, REDCap, JMP is strongly preferred.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:<ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul>
Position Summary:
Provides routine, entry-level technical assistance in carrying out assigned duties of research projects.
Position Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>
Conducts various routine tests in a clinical and/or diagnostic laboratory setting involved in research.</li><li>
Collects research and clinical data in accordance with requested method.</li><li>
Prepares lab solutions for simple and more complex biochemical experiments and clinical tests. Performs tests using autoclave machine, pipet washer, centrifuge, microscope, and ultraviolent light microscope with fluorescent detachments.</li><li>
Performs autoclaving and disposal of biohazardous materials.</li><li>
Collects and duplicates reference material.</li><li>
Washes, dries, and sterilizes laboratory glassware and instruments. Distributes clean glassware to appropriate laboratories.</li><li>
Orders laboratory supplies.</li><li>
Performs custodial laboratory duties.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Certification/Skills:
None.
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Experience:
No experience necessary. Six months of experience in research lab preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. 
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code &sect;51.215 and Texas Government Code &sect;411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code &sect;117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. &sect;791.4.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Research Technician (Temporary Status) - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Schnur Lab)

<div>We are hiring a motivated and skilled Research Assistant III (full-time) to join UTHealth McGovern Medical School, Department of OBGYN &ndash; Fetal Intervention focusing on maternal fetal biology in Houston, TX 77030. In this role you will perform a variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments and contribute to ongoing studies involving both 2D and 3D cell culture systems.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:<ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul>
Position Summary:
Under minimal direction of senior research staff, conducts and executes complex basic science/ translational experiments and research tasks and assists in the interpretation of the results.
The Research Assistant III will perform a variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments and contribute to ongoing studies involving both 2D and 3D cell culture systems.
Position Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>
Perform standard molecular biology techniques, including ELISA, Western blotting, and nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) extraction.</li><li> 
Maintain, passage, and differentiate primary cell cultures and established cell lines.</li> 
<li>
Conduct 3D cell culture experiments, such as spheroid or organoid models.</li><li>
Use fluorescence microscopy for imaging and data collection.</li><li> 
Assist with experimental design, data analysis, and troubleshooting.</li><li> 
Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.</li> 
<li>
Support general lab operations, including reagent preparation, ordering, and equipment maintenance.</li><li>
Strong aseptic technique and good laboratory practices</li><li>
Organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail</li> 
<li>
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team</li><li>
Under minimal supervision, implements planned research experiments according to research protocol.</li><li>
Maintains accurate and timely records which may include notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project. May assist in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers, and grant proposals for presentation and publication.</li><li>
Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.</li><li>
Monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects. Ensures quality of reagents or other supplies.</li><li>
Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for research laboratory. Must complete required training. May participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.</li><li>
May provide guidance and training for support staff to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.</li><li>
May provide updates to Principal Investigator regarding research progress.</li><li>
Makes independent decisions as required, which may impact research team or assigned project.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Certification/Skills:<ul><li>
None</li></ul>
Minimum Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree required May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.</li></ul>
Minimum Experience:<ul><li>
4 years of advanced experience in a research or lab environment. required May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code &sect;51.215 and Texas Government Code &sect;411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code &sect;117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. &sect;791.4.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Research Assistant III - OBGYN, Fetal Intervention

<div>What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.
We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team. We are an outpatient interdisciplinary clinic in the Texas Medical Center. This is a unique position on a small, skilled team, looking to bridge gaps in care and provide high frequency, short duration episodes of care. The pediatric PT will assess and treat infants, children, and adolescents with a variety of motor, developmental, and neurological conditions supporting our UT Health Houston Pediatric Movement Disorders Center.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Core Competencies:</h3><ul><li><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Passion for working with children and families</h3></li></ul>
Passion for working with children and families<ul><li> Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li> Problem-solving and clinical reasoning</li><li> Flexibility and creativity in treatment planning</li><li> Team-oriented mindset and collaborative approach</li></ul>
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:<ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul>
Position Summary:
Provides professional, educational, and clinical skills in organizing and directing physical therapy services and administering treatment programs.
Position Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>
Coordinates all physical therapy and related orthopedic care to ensure appropriate patient treatment.</li><li>
Conducts patient consultation, evaluation, and program planning for all patients.</li><li>
Develops home exercise programs to instruct patients in the required exercise for treatment.</li><li>
Reassesses patient status on an ongoing basis to ensure that treatment goals, plans, and program are appropriate.</li><li>
Communicates effectively with patient/family to ensure knowledge of treatment plan and home exercises.</li><li>
Develops educational programs to increase patient/family and community awareness of physical therapy treatment.</li><li>
Assists in continuing education and orientation or new employees to increase awareness of physical therapy treatments.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Certification/Skills:<ul><li>
Physical Therapy (PT) by Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners - Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) required</li></ul>
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of Physical Therapy and four years of experience required Master's Degree in Physical Therapy and two years of experience required Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy and no experience required
Minimum Experience:
4 years required 2 years required Years of experience varies based on education level. required
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code &sect;51.215 and Texas Government Code &sect;411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code &sect;117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. &sect;791.4.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Physical Therapist (Pedi Surgery)

<div>What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.<div> 
UT Physicians &ndash; Cardiothoracic &amp; Vascular Surgery is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Humble, TX office.<ul><li>
Location: 18955 N. Memorial Dr., Suite #340, Humble, TX 77338</li><li>
Full‑time, day shift</li><li>
Open to entry‑level or experienced Medical Assistants</li><li>
Must be hard‑working, reliable, and a team player</li><li>
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus</li><li>
Supports a busy Cardiothoracic &amp; Vascular Surgery practice</li></ul></div> 
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:<ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul>
Position Summary:
Functions as a member of the clinical team performing a supportive role in the delivery of patient care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable. 
Position Key Accountabilities:
1. Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction. 
2. Effectively participates in planning and preparing for patient visits ensuring appropriate schedules, test results, and clinic specific requirements are available. 
3. 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. 
4. 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. 
5. Prepares and stocks rooms (daily/weekly) and clinic supplies in advance of clinic visit as well as cleaning rooms appropriately between patients. 
6. Prepares for and assists with routine and specialty procedures. 
7. Schedules patients for follow up appointments or referrals and performs routine clerical duties for team and staff to include photocopying, scanning, and faxing. 
8. Performs telephone messaging and in person screening with appropriate follow up. 
9. Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines. 
10. Performs other duties as assigned. 
Certification/Skills:<ul><li>
Use and care of standard clinic equipment</li><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required</li></ul>
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent 
Completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program preferred
Minimum Experience:
Six months experience or completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training Program.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code &sect;51.215 and Texas Government Code &sect;411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code &sect;117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. &sect;791.4.
Veteran Information:<div>
Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 001260, 4N0X1, 68W, 18D, 68C, 4T0X1, 4A0X1,</div><div> 
</div><div>For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.</div>
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Medical Assistant I/II/III - CV Surgery

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