Medical Assistant 1 Urology
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15 hours ago
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The Department of Urology is seeking a Medical Assistant 1 to work on-site full-time in Miami FL. The Medical Assistant (MA) 1 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA shall assist patients healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality safety and service. The MA 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 physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The MA shall adhere 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 nurtures 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
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 unit-level Policies & Procedures and safeguards Universitys assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive it may expand to include others as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).
Note: (If MA presently has an active MA certification school verification and exceptions may apply.)
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)
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.
Additional certification:
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
Experience:
No previous experience required
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
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
Seeking individuals looking to assist with and perform urological procedures.
Perform urinary catheter changes and insertions
Performs intake on all patients including vital signs height and weight medical history medication reconciliation and screenings
Perform bladder scan and document posit void residuals
Perform urine dipstick testing and document results
Prepare urine specimens for microscopy and culture
Collect and label specimens per protocol
Perform uroflow testing and document results
Prepare exam and procedure rooms (cystoscopy TRUS biopsy catheter insertion vasectomy urodynamics)
Maintain sterile field when appropriate
Prepare and label specimens for pathology
Clean and turnover procedure rooms following infection control protocols
Prepare cystoscopy trays and biopsy trays
Rooming patients in appropriate exams rooms.
Provides patient with after visit summary and ensures patient has all their questions answered.
Performs opening and closing duties.
Assist provider during:
Cystoscopy
Urodynamic studies
Prostate biopsy
Catheter placements/removals
Bladder instillations
PTNS treatments
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. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffRequired Experience:
Junior IC
