Medical Assistant Certified - USFTGP Dermatology

University-of-South-Florida-Tampa-General-Physicians; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Academic Medical Group Inc. seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for USF Health Dermatology in Tampa. The role delivers clinical and clerical support, including patient rooming, vitals, wound care, and specimen handling, under supervision.

Responsibilities include pre-visit prep, insurance eligibility checks, chart preparation, and ensuring accurate documentation in the electronic health record. Requires MA credentials and 3 months of healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Medical Assistant credentials are listed as a requirement.
• Minimum 3 months of healthcare experience.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Pre-visit preparation and scheduling of appointments.
• Verify insurance eligibility and identify services needing authorization.
• Clerical duties including chart prep and patient records.
• Clinical support such as wound care and specimen collection.
• Assist with nursing staff and procedures as directed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Vital signs

Wound care

Specimen handling

Patient rooming

Clerical duties

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant Certified - USFTGP Dermatology (260004AS)

Medical Assistant Certified - USFTGP Dermatology - ( 260004AS )

Under general supervision of the department manager, medical staff, nursing staff, and Sr Medical Assistant/Lead Medical Assistant, the Certified Medical Assistant follows policies, procedures, and professional guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical and clerical support such as patient rooming in addition to assistance with medical procedures, cleaning of equipment, chart preparation, obtaining referral notes, images and lab results prior to patient visits.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for pre-visit preparation and schedule appointments.
• Ability to efficiently verify insurance eligibility and identify services that require an insurance authorization.
• Perform clerical duties, including chart preparation and ensuring accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Utilize electronic health record systems proficiently for accurate documentation and retrieval of patient information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
• Provide clinical support as needed, including but not limited to wound care, specimen collection, and administering medications under the direction of healthcare providers.
• Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain vital signs, and prepare patients for their appointments in accordance with established protocols.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Registered Medical Assistant
• Certified Medical Assistant
• MA-ARMA
• Basic Life Support

Experience Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of experience in a healthcare setting

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and basic clinical procedures.
• Skill in drawing blood for laboratory testing and ensuring proper specimen handling
• Competency in using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and retrieval of patient information
• Proficient in performing clinical tasks, including patient rooming, and ensuring proper cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment.
• Competent in using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and retrieval of patient information;
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare for and assist with medical procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform various clerical duties essential to the operations of the practice, including but not limited to, answering phones professionally, greeting patients, filing, faxing and scanning of documents.
• Demonstrates all of the Medical Assistant KSA's

Primary Location

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

USF Health Morsani Center AHC

13330 USF Laurel Dr.

Tampa 33612

Eligible for Remote Work On Site

Job

Organization

Organization

Academic Medical Group Inc

Schedule

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday