Medical Assistant | Surgical Specialists | Day Shift | Full-time

UF Health; Daytona Beach, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health's Surgical Specialists Clinic in Daytona Beach is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team. The MA provides patient care in a physician's office under a licensed physician, and may also perform clerical, insurance, and medical record duties.

The role may require floating to other UFHP practices to support staffing and adapt to changing patient volumes. Certification as MA is required, with CPR/BLS and EMT option noted as applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited MA program with certification (AAMA, NHA, NCCT, AMCA, AMT).
• CPR/BLS certification required or obtained within first 90 days.
• Minimum 1 year direct patient care experience in ambulatory settings preferred.
• Ability to multitask, take initiative, and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a physician's office under a licensed physician.
• Perform clerical, insurance and medical records tasks as needed.
• May float to other UFHP practices to support staffing.

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Certified or Registered Medical Assistant

EMT license acceptable in lieu of MA certification

Job description

Overview

Our Surgical Specialists Clinic in Daytona Beach is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team! We are seeking a flexible, patient-focused professional who enjoys variety in their day, can adapt to changing patient volumes, and is wanting to support a multi-specialty clinic.

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.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:

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

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.