Certified Float Medical Assistant 2

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Tuition remission

Competitive salaries

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of UMMG has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time, Certified Float Medical Assistant 2 to work in Miami.

The Medical Assistant 2 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers, manage patient care, and support clinical procedures under the supervision of a licensed physician. This role emphasizes compassionate care, safety, and adherence to regulatory standards within UHealth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Abides by the standards for ethical behavior and protects patient privacy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials.
• Prepares patients for physician care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
• Performs routine laboratory tests.
• Performs vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and documents in patient’s medical record.
• Administers medication safely as directed by the physician and assists in patient care activities.
• Escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.
• Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation; orders, stocks, and inventories supplies.
• Adheres to University and unit-level Policies & Procedures and safeguards University’s assets.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program

Job description

Certified Float Medical Assistant 2

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of UMMG has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time, Certified Float Medical Assistant 2 to work in Miami.

Core Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant 2 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The Medical Assistant 2 shall assist patients' healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 2 provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and institutional policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician. The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the Medical Assistant 2 to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The Medical Assistant 2 shall adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The Medical Assistant 2 provides care within the philosophy, mission, vision, and values, as well as within the policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing and the University of Miami. As a professional, monitors the quality of care provided and nurtures a compassionate and healing environment. The Medical Assistant 2 works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the Designee in charge of the Unit or Clinic to ensure a safe delivery of care that supports the UHealth mission.

Core Responsibilities:

• Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.

• Demonstrate knowledge of basic medical terminology.

• Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.

• Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician's care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.

• Performs routine laboratory tests.

• Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient's medical record.

• Observes and reports patient's signs or symptoms changes.

• Administers medication safely as directed by the physician. Assists in patient care activities such as walking.

• Escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.

• Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.

• Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.

• Provides patient with provider's care instructions and information.

• Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.

• Adheres to University and unit-level Policies & Procedures and safeguards University’s assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).

• Note: (If MA presently has, an active MA certification, school verification and exceptions may apply.)

• Approved MA Certifications_:_

• CMA- Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)®

• RMA- Registered Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists (AMT)

• CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- National Healthcare Association (NHA)

• NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA - NCCT)

• NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP)

• MA - Medical Assistant without an approved certification must:

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers

• HIV & AIDS Certification: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) Certification

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience

• Strong, effective communication skills with patients, families, and clinical team

• Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environments

• Demonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactively

• Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff