University of Oklahoma·Tulsa, Oklahoma
Performs routine patient care functions including physician assistance, testing, and gathering patient histories. Manages clinical operations such as scheduling, supply maintenance, and assisting with various medical procedures.
Targeted Salary of $18.31 per hour, based on experience.
Benefits: Eligible: No
Work Schedule: M-F, 8am-5PM
Under direct supervision of a physician or other medical personnel, performs routine patient care functions such as physician assistance, patient placement, testing, information gathering, nursing duties, chaperoning, supply maintenance, and scheduling. May coordinate schedules of patients in an outpatient clinic and provide clerical assistance toward the smooth operation of the facility.
Assists physician or other medical personnel in the examination process as required or necessary.
Places patients in exam rooms. Drapes and positions patients for appropriate exams or procedures. Assists in restraining or controlling patients (infants, children, geriatrics, etc.).
Performs routine tests on patients such as audiograms, vision, spirometer, EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.
Assists with cardiovascular stress tests, fetal non-stress tests, and OB ultrasounds.
Obtains and records vital signs including body temperature, height, weight, and blood pressure. Takes and documents complaints and patient histories including allergies, immunization histories, etc. Maintains patient confidentiality. Receives and returns telephone calls from or to patients and pharmacies. Obtains authorizations and referrals.
Performs various nursing duties such as suture removal, casting and steristrip applications, administration of injections, venipunctures, breathing treatments, ultrasound therapy, and hydroculator therapy. Assists with both surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Chaperones examinations and patients.
May be responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, ordering supplies, and sterilizing instruments and/or equipment.
Makes scheduling arrangements with other healthcare professionals and facilities.
Assists with training other Medical Assistants.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 24 months of experience as a Medical Assistant. Must hold a CPR certification and be a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant or qualified ABR-OE.
Market context
In Oklahoma, support-services positions in healthcare often stay in demand because clinics and care teams rely on dependable staff to keep daily operations moving. These roles can be competitive when employers want candidates with current Medical Assistant certification or a clear plan to obtain it quickly, plus strong computer and problem-solving skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline before applying.
