Medical Assistant

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant for inpatient or ambulatory care. The role supports providers, nurse managers, and case managers with patient exams, clerical tasks, and coordinating services.

The ideal candidate has 0–3 years of related experience, completion of an approved Medical Assistant program, and strong organizational and communication skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant program is required.
• Certification by AAMA or RMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers and staff with examinations and patient care.
• Perform administrative tasks: scheduling, charting, insurance forms.
• Prepare patients for examination and collect specimens.
• Demonstrate CARE values in service delivery.

Skills

Task prioritization

Communication skills

Stress management

Instruction following

Technology literacy

Clinical competencies

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Office software

Job description

Miami, FL Full-Time HEMA/ONC

Monday - Friday, 8am - 430pm

Summary

Medical Assistant performs specialized work in inpatient or ambulatory care settings. Emphasis of the work is on assisting providers, nurse managers and Case Manager in the examination and treatment of patients and performing a variety of related clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to): Using computer applications; Answering telephones; Welcoming patients; Updating and filing patient medical records; Coding and filling out insurance forms; Scheduling appointments; Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services; Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping.
• Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to): Taking medical histories; Preparing patients for examination; Assisting the physician during exams and certain procedures; Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens; Performing basic laboratory tests; Drawing blood; Taking electrocardiograms; May perform other advanced clinical duties under direction and supervision of a nurse or a physician, as needed based on assigned unit.
• Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
• Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Experience

• Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.

Education

• Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant school is required.

Skill

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
• Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the clinical area.

Credentials

• Certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants or credentialing as a Registered Medical Assistant by the American Society of Medical Technologies preferred.
• American Heart Association and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers may be required at the unit level upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.

Unit Specific Credential

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) with 6 months validity

Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.