Medical Assistant 1

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S IGN ON BONUS : $5,000

The University of Miami UHealth System, Department of Executive Medicine, has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Medical Assistant 1 to work at Desai Sethi Medical Center in Miami.

Core Job Functions

Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.

Demonstrate knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment / exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.

Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.

Performs routine laboratory tests.

Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.

Observes and reports patient’s signs or symptoms changes.

Administers medication safely as directed by the physician. Assists in patient care activities such as walking.

Escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.

Cleans and / or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.

Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.

Provides patient with provider’s care instructions and information.

Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.

Adheres to University and unit-level Policies & Procedures and safeguards University’s assets.

Important Note : Medical Assistants (MA) working in Hospital-based units will not perform any type of medication administration.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

Interacts with high profile patients and requires a professional demeanor.

Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical record system preferred.

BLS Certification

Medical Assistant Certification

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

Must be computer literate, Excel, Word a plus.

Must be willing to travel / float between sites.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).

Note :

Approved MA Certifications

CMA- Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)®

RMA- Registered Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists (AMT)

CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- National Healthcare Association (NHA)

NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NHA - NCCT)

NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP)

MA - Medical Assistant without an approved certification must :

provide proof of completion, from an approved educational program

sign an Agreement Statement, stating candidate shall obtain a National wide or Statewide MA certification no more than 12 months from the date of hire.

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers

HIV & AIDS Certification : Florida HIV / AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) Certification Florida : HIV / AIDS Training for Healthcare Professionals

No previous experience

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.

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Job Status : Full time

Full time

Employee Type : Staff

Staff

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