Certified Medical Assistant / CSR | Cardio Northside | Days | Full Time

UF Health; Manhattan Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in the United States is seeking a multi-skilled Medical Assistant to greet patients, support administrative and clinical tasks, and work under the supervision of a licensed physician and Office Manager. The role includes scheduling, registration, phlebotomy, medication administration, and laboratory procedures.

The position requires CMA certification within 6 months, BLS at time of hire, and at least 1 year of medical assisting experience with 2 years in clerical/customer service in a

Qualifications

• 1 year Medical assistant preferred.
• 2 years Clerical/customer service experience -ideally in a health care related industry preferred
• 1 year experience with third party payors and computer experience for inputting data and reviewing patient demographic material preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required within 6 months
• BLS required at time of hire
• MA program accreditation required by recognized agency

Responsibilities

• Receives and directs messages to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains patient scheduling functions and sets appointments.
• Interviews and completes the registration process for patients.
• Keys patient dispositions, diagnostic codes, charges and payments in the EMR.
• Performs cashiering functions for patient payments/collections.
• Perform venipuncture and administer routine, non-controlled medications.
• Administer medication under supervision of licensed physician.
• Collect routine laboratory specimens as directed by the provider.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures including aseptic techniques and taking vitals.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative tasks

Clinical procedures

Medical assisting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program accreditation

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job Duties

Provides excellent customer service and greets patients entering the department/practice. A multi-skilled person dedicated to assisting in all aspects of medical practice including administrative and clinical procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician and Office Manager or Team Lead.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Receives and directs messages, (electronic, in person and telephone calls) to the appropriate personnel. Makes contacts to other departments, physicians, patients and other outside organizations as necessary for the departmental/practice operations.
• Maintains patient scheduling functions, and sets patient appointments through established guidelines.
• Interviews and completes the registration process for patients utilizing the specific service.
• Keys patient dispositions, diagnostic codes, patient orders, charges and payments as defined in the electronic medical record.
• Performs cashiering functions as it relates to co-payments or other patient payments/collections. May perform routine clerical duties for the department.
• Perform venipuncture and administer routine, non-controlled medications.
• Administer medication as directed by and under the direct supervision of licensed physician.
• Collect routine laboratory specimens as directed by the provider.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures including aseptic procedures and taking patient’s vital signs.
• Provides excellent customer service for patients/families/representatives and other members of the treatment team.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements

1 year Medical assistant preferred

2 years Clerical/customer service experience -ideally in a health care related industry preferred

1 year One year experience with third party payors and computer experience for in putting data and reviewing patient demographic material preferred

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required

Certification/Licensure

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required within 6 months

Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross or American Heart Assoc ONLY required at time of hire

Medical Terminology Certificate preferred within 30 days

Requirement of having completed an MA program that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, a national or state medical association, or an agency approved by the board.

UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace