Medical Assistant, On Call, Variable Shifts

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant for UHealth Jackson Urgent Care Doral in Miami. The role supports providers in ambulatory care, handling both clinical tasks and essential administrative duties to keep patient flow smooth and efficient.

Candidates typically have 0–3 years of related experience and have graduated from an approved Medical Assistant program. Certification requirements vary by unit and include basic life support and related qualifications.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant school is required.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to remain composed in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties: answering phones, welcoming patients, updating and filing records, billing and scheduling.
• Clerical support: processing insurance forms and arranging admissions and lab services.
• Clinical duties: taking medical histories, preparing patients, assisting physicians, collecting specimens, drawing blood, and performing basic tests.
• Demonstrates CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise.

Skills

Analyze and organize work

Prioritize tasks

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Professional composure

Education

Medical Assistant schooling

Tools

EMR software

Job description

UHealth Jackson Urgent Care Doral

Department: Jackson Memorial Hospital - Urgent Care Doral

Address: 1611 NW 12th Ave, Miami, Florida, 33136

Shift details: On Call, Variable Shifts

About U Health Jackson Urgent Care

Whether you live, work, or play in Doral, you can take advantage of the fast, convenient care at UHealth Jackson Urgent Care. We always have board-certified doctors from UHealththe University of Miami Health System on site at each of our centers to provide expert care when you need it. We'll see you quickly and can usually have you diagnosed, treated, and on your way in an hour or less.

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

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.

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.