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Medical Assistant 1The Department of Ortho Sports Medicine is currently seeking a Medical Assistant 1. The Medical Assistant (MA) 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 Duties and QualificationsAbides 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 treatments/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.Perform 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 patients 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.This list of duties and responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive, it may expand to include others, as necessary.Core QualificationsEducation:High school diploma or equivalentPreferred:Medical Assistant certificate of completion - Program or institute must be accredited by a regional or national accreditation agency, approved by the US Department of Education, or affiliated.Credentialed Medical Assistant certification from a recognized accrediting or certifying body organization (See Certification and Licensing list below).Note: If the Medical Assistant has not obtained a recognized Credentialed Medical Assistant certification at the time of hire, certification must be obtained within 12 months of the date of hire as a condition of continued employment.Certification and Licensing: (Proof upon application):Medical Assistant Certification (Any one of the Certifications below)Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Certification from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)®Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (Certification from American Medical Technologists (AMT)Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) (Certification from National Healthcare Association (NHA)National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) credential is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCAMA) obtained by the National Association for Health Professionals. (NAHP)Additional certification:American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providersHIV & AIDS Certificate: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continuing Education Certificate Florida: HIV/AIDS Training for Healthcare Professionals 1HRExperience:No previous experienceKnowledge, Skills and Attitudes:Strong, effective communication skills with patients, families, and clinical teamAbility to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environmentsDemonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactivelyAbility to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality
Worksite address
miami, FL, 33134, US
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