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Certified Medical AssistantThe University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has exciting opportunities for Full Time Certified Medical Assistant 1, 2, and 3 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus.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 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 ResponsibilitiesAbides 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 physician's care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.Performs routine laboratory tests.Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy and document in patient's medical record.Observes and reports patient's signs or symptoms changes.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 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.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.Certified Medical Assistant 2 - Core QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentCertification and Licensing: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 certification:American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providersHIV & AIDS Certification: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) CertificationExperience:Minimum of 2 years previous experienceBilingual English/SpanishKnowledge, 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 confidentialityCertified Medical Assistant 3Core QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentCertification and Licensing: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:Specialty Certification relevant to present positionActive American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providersHIV & AIDS Certification: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) CertificationCompletion of Clinical Preceptor Workshop for Clinical Staff (Non-Nurses)Experience:4 years of relevant experienceBilingual English/SpanishKnowledge, 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 confidentialityAny 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.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's 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. We're the challenge you've 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:Staff
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