Major/Essential Functions
Assists licensed health care providers in data collection to determine the physical and mental health status needs, and preferences of culturally, ethnically and socially diverse patients and their families.
Records patient data using EMR to support decision-making to improve patient care.
Performs testing, obtains vital patient information and measurements.
Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals/outcomes and patient-centered plans of care in collaboration with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary health care team.
Assists with exams and procedures and documents interventions in EMR per departmental policy.
Administers medications to patients.
Prepares necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments and procedures as directed.
Cleans, sterilizes and disinfects medical equipment and instruments as directed by Nurse Manager.
Answers and retrieves patient calls on the messaging line.
Handles patient requests according to clinic policy.
Maintains inventory of supplies in examination/treatment rooms.
Participates in emergency preparedness drills in the department.
Attends nursing staff meetings.
Attends all nursing power hours and mandatory training to maintain competency.
Occasional Duties
All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Education: A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
License/Certification: Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty. Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty that particular work will be performed.
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Optional Attachments
Professional License/Certification
Benefits
TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:
Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
Retirement Plans
Wellness Programs
Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Hourly
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Grant Funded?
No
Travel Required
None
Shift
Day
Schedule Details
M-F, 8-5
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
