Pediatric Cardiology Medical Assistant & Care Team Partner

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UFJPI in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Medical Assistant to support administrative and clinical tasks under a licensed physician's supervision.

Must have CMA certification or eligible within 6 months, BLS at hire, and a high school diploma. Prior medical office experience is preferred.

You will take vital signs, prepare patients for visits, document records, assist with examinations, collect specimens, and contribute to a collaborative care team with excellent patient service.

Qualifications

• Must be CMA certified or eligible within 6 months.
• BLS required at time of hire.
• Medical Terminology Certificate preferred at time of hire.
• Experience in a medical office is an asset.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take patient's vital signs and prepare for examination.
• Document all entries in the medical record with date/time/signature.
• Administer medication under physician supervision.
• Observe and report patients' signs or symptoms and collect routine specimens.
• Provide basic first aid and participate in performance improvement projects.
• Coordinate patient care as an active care team member.
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients and staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient preparation

Examinations assistance

Medical documentation

Medication administration

Laboratory specimen collection

First aid

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CMA Certification

BLS Certification

Medical Terminology Certificate

Job description

UFJPI in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Medical Assistant to support administrative and clinical tasks under a licensed physician's supervision.

Must have CMA certification or eligible within 6 months, BLS at hire, and a high school diploma. Prior medical office experience is preferred.

You will take vital signs, prepare patients for visits, document records, assist with examinations, collect specimens, and contribute to a collaborative care team with excellent patient service.