Medical Assistant 1 (H) Plantation
Medical Assistant 1 (H) Plantation
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The University of Miami Health System Department of UMHC-Sylvester - Plantation Clinic has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Medical Assistant 1 to work in Plantation. The incumbent performs multi-skilled tasks to assist with patients healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality safety and service. The Medical Assistant 1 provides hands-on 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 incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice recognize respond to emergencies and demonstrate professionalism. The MA 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 nurture a compassionate and healing environment. The MA 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 JOB FUNCTIONS
- Utilizes creative methods to support patients individual needs and respect patients spiritual beliefs faith and practices.
- Establishes a trusting relationship by creating and maintaining a conducive climate for healing by being authentically present to the patient and family identifying and managing discomforts providing emotional support.
- Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately in a timely manner safely and professionally. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family as well as the appropriate team members. Seeks assistance when needed.
- Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings. Commits to positive morale using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills. Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication documentation and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations diagnosis and treatments.
- Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
- Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State Federal and University of Miamis standards guidelines relevant statues rules and regulations. Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.
- Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.
- Abides by the standards for ethical behavior therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.
- 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.
- Perform vital signs EKG phlebotomy and document in patients medical record.
- Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing 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 assists in performing clerical duties.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
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.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Certification and Licensing:
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Experience:
No previous experience required
Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
- Ability to recognize analyze and solve a variety of problems.
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work evenings nights and weekends as necessary.
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 Floridas 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. 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:
H4Employment Type
Full-Time
