Medical Assistant 3 - Boca Raton

US Diversity Job Search; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami Health System (UHealth) Neurology is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant 3 in Boca Raton, FL. The MA3 will support physicians, perform vital signs including EKG and phlebotomy, and ensure accurate documentation in the patient record.

This role emphasizes clinical skills, patient care, and adherence to HIPAA and facility policies. Qualified applicants should have a medical assistant credential and at least 4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Education and certification requirements as listed: CMA/AAMA or related credentials.
• Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills required for acute clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and documents in the patient record.
• Assists providers with examinations by preparing exam rooms and supplies.
• Maintains accurate patient records and ensures HIPAA compliance.
• Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and performs basic clerical duties.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduate

Job description

Medical Assistant 3

The University of Miami/UHealth Department Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Medical Assistant 3 to work in Boca Raton, FL. The Medical Assistant 3 performs multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The Medical Assistant 3 assists patients' healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 3 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 MA 3 to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The role 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 3 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

• Utilizes creative methods to support patient's individual needs and respect patient's spiritual beliefs, faith, and practices.
• 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.
• Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members. Seeks assistance when needed.
• Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings. Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills.
• Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
• Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
• Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State, Federal, and University of Miami's standards, guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations. Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.
• Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.
• Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.
• 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.
• Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient's medical record.
• Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.
• Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
• 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 and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:High school diploma or equivalentGraduate from Medical Assistant educational program or equivalent program

Certification and Licensing: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)andActive American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers

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

Experience:Minimum of 4 years previous experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. - Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

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 timeEmployee Type:Staff