Certified Medical Assistant 2
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Locations: Miami, FL
Time Type: Full Time
Posted on: Posted 9 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R100080230
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Core Job Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) 2 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA 2 shall assist patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The MA 2 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 2 shall adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism.
Core Responsibilities
- 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 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.
Core Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).
- Two (2) years of relevant experience is required.
- Certified or Registered Medical Assistant Certification from the AAMA, NHA, AMT, NAHP, or NHA-NCCT is required. American Heart Association Approved BLS.
- HIV Certification.
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.
Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
Pay Grade: H5
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.
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