Medical Assistant 2

University of Miami Health System • Full-time • Boca Raton, Florida, United States • 2m ago

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$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS

The University of Miami UHealth System, Department of Executive Medicine, has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Medical Assistant to work in Boca Raton and Palm Beach. The incumbent shall assist patients with healthcare management and clinical procedures. The MA shall prepare patients prior to and post examination, treatment or procedure under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician. The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA to the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor and/or Charge Nurse of the area.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient's medical record.
Administers injections or treatments, performs routine laboratory tests, and assists in other patient care activities, such as dressing changes and leg wraps.

Prepares treatment room for examination of patient.

Assists with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments and materials to the doctor as directed.

Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.

Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments while observing the principles of sterile technique. Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.

Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation.

Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Other duties as assigned

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Department Specific Functions

Must be willing to travel/float between sites

Medical Assistant Certification or Certified Nursing Assistant license

One year of previous medical assistant and/or urgent care experience preferred

Must be computer literate; Excel, Word and PowerPoint a plus

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Reports to the area Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor and/or Charge Nurse and the Physician in charge of area.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Performance evaluation and competencies will be done jointly by the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor and/or Charge Nurse and physician

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Graduate from an accredited radiology program

Required Medical Assistant certification and graduate from accredited Medical Assistant Program

Certification and Licensing:

Required an active and current BLS provider card by the American Heart Association

Required Phlebotomy certification

Experience:

Minimum 3 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Commitment to the University’s core values.

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Ability to demonstrate a sustainable high level of proficiency when performing skills that are within the scope of a Florida Medical Assistant’s duty

Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments

Knowledge of sterile technique and other special procedures when applicable

Knowledge of basic infection control preventions and maintains universal precautions techniques at all time

Knowledge of age of specific patient care

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients and clinical staff.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

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