Medical Assistant | Urology | Day Shift | Full-time

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care in a physician's office under the supervision of a licensed physician. The role may include clerical, insurance, and medical record duties and may require floating to other UFHP practices as needed for staffing.

Candidate must maintain MA certification/registration and CPR; EMT can substitute MA certification. Ambulatory care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required or obtained within first 90 days of employment; maintain CPR.
• Licensure must be through the AHA or Red Cross.
• One year of direct patient care experience in ambulatory care preferred.
• EMT license can be used in lieu of MA certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a physician's office under direct supervision of a licensed physician.
• May perform clerical, insurance, and medical record functions.
• May float to other UFHP practices as needed for staffing.

Skills

Certified MA skills

CPR (BLS)

Team player

Multitasking

Problem solving

Initiative

Education

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

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.

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.