Certified Medical Assistant 3
Certified Medical Assistant 3
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Certified Medical Assistant 3
***Sign On Bonus $7500***
The University of Miami/UHealth Department of has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Certified Medical Assistant 3 to work in the UHealth Medical Campus. The Medical Assistant (MA) 3 (H) will perform multiskilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA 3 shall assist patients healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidencebased standards of quality safety and service. The MA 3 provides handson care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements standards of care and institutional policies and procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician. The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA 3 to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The MA 3 shall adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice recognize respond to emergencies and demonstrate professionalism. The MA 3 provides care within the philosophy mission vision and values as well as within the policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing and the University of Miami. As a professional monitors the quality of care provided and nurtures a compassionate and healing environment. The MA 3 works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the Designee in charge of the Unit or Clinic to ensure a safe delivery of care that supports the UHealth mission.
Core Responsibilities
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 physicians care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
Performs routine laboratory tests.
Perform vital signs EKG phlebotomy and document in patients medical record.
Observes and reports patients 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 providers 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 unitlevel Policies & Procedures and safeguards Universitys assets.
Department Specific Functions
The Medical Assistant will work with the Headache Division.
Triage UChart In basket messages which can include creating telephone encounters and communicating with providers patients and other staff members.
Ensure all related reports labs and information is filed is available in patients medical records prior to their appointment
Obtain complex authorizations for oral medications diagnostic tests durable medical equipment (DME) admissions and other orders as needed.
Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for lab work.
Confirmation of patient appointments.
Maintains accurate and complete patient records/documentation in UChart.
Orders stocks and inventories supplies and assists in performing clerical duties.
Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
May assist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments/materials to the doctor as directed as well as with with Neurotoxin mixing.
Comply with Neurology PQRS workflow.
Observes the principles of sterile technique in performing duties.
Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patients medical record
May give injections or treatments perform routine laboratory tests under the direction of an attending physician and assist in other patient care activities such as dressing changes and leg wraps.
Escort and transport patients to various hospital locations.
This list of duties and responsibilities are not intended to be allinclusive it may expand to include others as necessary.
Core Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate from Medical Assistant educational program or equivalent program
Certification and Licensing:
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)
Additional certificates of completion:
Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
HIV & AIDS Certification: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) Certification
Experience:
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:
Strong effective communication skills with patients families and clinical team
Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new different or changing environments
Demonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactively
Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality
Any relevant education certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealthUniversity of Miami Health System South Floridas only universitybased health system provides leadingedge 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 subspecialties 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. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
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 timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H6Employment Type
Full-Time
