Medical Assistant | Cardiology | Day Shift | PRN

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

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville seeks a Medical Assistant to provide patient care in a physician office under the direct supervision of a licensed physician. The role includes clerical, insurance and medical record duties as needed and may require floating to other UFHP practices to support staffing.

Candidates should be graduates of an accredited MA program and certified or registered, with CPR required within the first ninety days.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of accredited MA program and certified or registered.
• One year of direct patient care experience in ambulatory setting preferred.
• Display initiative, multitask effectively and take on additional responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed physician.
• Perform clerical, insurance and medical record tasks as needed.
• May float to other UFHP practices to support staffing.

Skills

Initiative

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant

Accredited MA program

Job description

Overview

The Medical Assistant provides patient care in a physician's office setting under the direct responsibility of a licensed physician. Clinical skills performed are within the scope of a Medical Assistant as defined by Florida Statutes 458.3485 and UFHP Clinical Policy and Procedure. The MA may also perform clerical, insurance, and medical record functions. May be required to float to other UFHP practices, as needed, for staffing.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited course of study as a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant Accredited MA certifications include, but are not limited to, AAMA, NHA, NCCT, AMCA, AAMA and AMT. EMT license can be used in lieu of an MA certification.
• One year of direct patient care experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred.
• Person should display initiative, have the ability to multitask, and be able to assume additional responsibilities.
• Proven ability to problem-solve and be a team member is essential.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Must possess and maintain current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required or must be obtained within first ninety days of employment. Must maintain current Basic Life Support (CPR). Licensure must be secured through the AHA or Red Cross.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:

Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose