Medical Assistant 1 (H) - UHealth SoLé Mia

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Medical Assistant 1 to join their team. This role involves providing hands-on care to patients, assisting with clinical procedures, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition remission

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Required Medical Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patients' healthcare management and clinical procedures.
• Performs vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and documents in patient's medical record.
• Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem recognition

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

BLS provider card

Phlebotomy certification

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The University of Miami UHealth at SoLé Mia opening in September 2025 will bring high-quality academic medicine to North Miami, Aventura, and surrounding communities. Our expert team of physicians and staff will represent a wide range of specialties, including NCI-designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one eye hospital in the nation. UHealth at SoLé Mia will also deliver the latest in urologic treatments from the renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute as well as top-notch care from UHealth's nationally ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs.

Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

The University of Miami UHealth - Gastroenterology Satellites at SoLé Mia has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Medical Assistant position.

The Medical Assistant 1 (U) performs multi-skilled tasks to assist with patients' healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner, utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 1 (U) 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 incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognizes and responds to emergencies, and demonstrates professionalism. The MA 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 MA 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 Job Functions

1. Utilizes creative methods to support patient's individual needs and respect patient's spiritual beliefs, faith, and practices.
2. Establishes a trusting relationship by creating and maintaining a conducive climate for healing by being authentically present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts, providing emotional support.
3. Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally.
4. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members.
5. Seeks assistance when needed.
6. Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings.
7. Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills.
8. Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
9. Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflect current clinical practice skills.
10. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
11. Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines including HIPAA.
12. Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State, Federal, and University of Miami's standards, guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
13. Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.
14. Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.
15. Abides by standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication, and protecting patient privacy.
16. Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.
17. Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis.
18. Prepares patients for physician's care with basic instructions and information regarding examination procedures.
19. Performs vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and documents in patient's medical record.
20. Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.
21. Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
22. Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation.
23. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in clerical duties.
24. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University 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

Education

• Required High School diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program.

Certification and Licensing

• Required Medical Assistant certification
• Required Phlebotomy certification
• Required an active and current BLS provider card by the American Heart Association

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes

• Effective communication in both oral and written forms.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations professionally.
• Problem recognition, analysis, and resolution skills.
• Attention to detail in completing assignments accurately.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

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 groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. We serve South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean, with physicians representing over 100 specialties and more than one million patient encounters annually. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research, and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Job Status: Full-time

Employee Type: Staff

Pay Grade: H4

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care