Certified Medical Assistant 3 (Administrative)- Hybrid

University of Miami Health System Allapattah, FL 33136, US

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Certified Medical Assistant 3

***Hybrid***

This role is non patient facing

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Certified Medical Assistant 3 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Medical Assistant (MA) 3 (H) will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA 3 shall assist patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The MA 3 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 3 to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The MA 3 shall adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The MA 3 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 3 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.

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.
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 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.

Department Specific Functions

The Medical Assistant will work with the Headache Division.
Triage UChart In basket messages, which can include creating telephone encounters, and communicating with providers, patients, and other staff members.
Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filed is available in patients’ medical records prior to their appointment
Obtain complex authorizations for oral medications, diagnostic tests, durable medical equipment (DME), admissions, and other orders as needed.
Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for lab work.
Confirmation of patient appointments.
Maintains accurate and complete patient records/documentation in UChart.
Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and assists in performing clerical duties.
Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
May assist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments/materials to the doctor as directed, as well as with with Neurotoxin mixing.
Comply with Neurology PQRS workflow.
Observes the principles of sterile technique in performing duties.
Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient's medical record
May give injections or treatments, perform routine laboratory tests under the direction of an attending physician, and assist in other patient care activities such as dressing changes and leg wraps.
Escort and transport patients to various hospital locations.

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. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Core Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

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)

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

Experience:

Minimum of 4 years previous experience

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

Any 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 time

Employee Type:

Staff

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