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Medical AssistantJackson Health SystemUHealth Jackson Urgent Care3737 SW 8th Street, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134Shift details: On-Call, Days 7:30am-8:00pm, Variable shifts and weekends as needed.Why Jackson:UHealth Jackson Urgent Care Coral Gables is located in the Jackson Medical Pavilion on the corner of S.W. 8th Street and Galiano Street in Coral Gables.You can walk in without an appointment 365 days a year to be treated by a UHealth - University of Miami Health System board-certified doctor for common illnesses—such as fever, sore throat, respiratory infections, and flu—and minor injuries, such as sprains, and broken bones.SummaryMedical Assistant performs specialized work in inpatient or ambulatory care settings. Emphasis of the work is on assisting providers, nurse managers and Case Manager in the examination and treatment of patients and performing a variety of related clerical tasks.ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):Using computer applications.Answering telephones.Welcoming patients.Updating and filing patient medical records;Coding and filling out insurance forms.Scheduling appointments.Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services.Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping.Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):Taking medical histories.Preparing patients for examination.Assisting the physician during exams and certain procedures.Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.Performing basic laboratory tests.Drawing blood.Taking electrocardiograms.May perform other advanced clinical duties under direction and supervision of a nurse or a physician, as needed based on assigned unit.Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant school is required.Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the clinical area.Certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants or credentialing as a Registered Medical Assistant by the American Society of Medical Technologies preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.FL-BLSJackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
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miami, FL, 33101, US
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