Remote* Tele Health Audiology Medical Assistant

Location: Price – UT

The technician will work directly with our audiologists to provide hearing aid care to persons residing in Price and the surrounding areas in South Central Utah. The patients have all received hearing aids through the Miners Plan. Duties will include: greeting patients and checking them in for the appointment, managing the remote-site telehealth equipment (computer, video-otoscope, hearing aid supplies), sending hearing aids in for repair, using a video-otoscope, supply inventory, connecting the hearing aids to the programming software, and cleaning and trouble shooting of hearing aids. Training will be provided by the University of Utah Speech Language Hearing Clinic.

The technician will be required to complete annual University trainings as assigned by Human Resources to meet university standards. These trainings are completed online.

Note: on-line minimum qualifications can be waived; experience can count for qualification.

For additional information contact: Anne Lobdell at 801-587-8179 or [email protected]

Responsibilities

1. Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination and assists with procedures, ensuring that the Electronic Medical Record is efficiently and accurately being used.
2. May assist patient and family education by providing educational material and general health information using the Electronic Medical Record.
3. Performs administrative clinic duties to ensure that health care providers are following the hospital policies and procedure.
4. Translates and communicates clinical needs to information technology staff and works to develop appropriate solutions.

Problem Solving

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
• Ability to lead discussions with both small and large groups of people.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills, phlebotomy, lab specimen handling and processing skills.

Minimum Qualifications
Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Currently credentialed in ABR-OE (Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry) through AAMA.
Three years of experience working with electronic medical records or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Preferences
+ Preference given to applicants with audiology treatment experience. Secondary preference given to applicants with medical or dental patient treatment experience. +
+ Must live in or close to Price, Utah +

Special Instructions Summary

 
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

[email protected]

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system?

• Yes
• No- willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
• No

* Are you currently credentialed in ABR-OE (Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry) through AAMA?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have three years of experience working with electronic medical records?

• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
• Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Job Title
PS Informatics Medical Asst

Working Title
*Remote* Tele Health Audiology Medical Assistant

Job Grade
UGR

FLSA Code
Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes

Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?
No

Standard Hours per Week
up to 6 hours/week

Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time

Shift
Day

Work Schedule Summary
Currently Tuesday mornings. Hours fluctuate between 8:30-12:00. Day of the week is negotiable.

Is this a work study job?
No

VP Area
U of U Health - Academics

Department
00199 - Communication Sci & Disorders

Location
Anywhere Utah

City
Price, UT

Type of Recruitment
External Posting

Pay Rate Range
$18.00 to 24.00/hour, depending on experience