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

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care in a physician practice under the direct responsibility of a licensed physician. The MA may also perform clerical, insurance, and medical record functions, and may float to other UFHP practices as needed for staffing.

Ideal candidates will be certified as a Medical Assistant and hold CPR certification, with about one year of ambulatory care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with CMA or RMA certification.
• One year of direct patient care experience in ambulatory care preferred.
• Demonstrates initiative, ability to multitask, and teamwork.
• Must be able to problem-solve and support clinic operations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification

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.

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.

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