Medical Assistant 2 (H)

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The Department of OBGYN has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Medical Assistant 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Medical Assistant 2 performs a variety of routine duties in a hospital or clinic to assist medical and nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients. 

• Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient's medical record.

• Administers injections or treatments, performs routine laboratory tests, and assists in other patient care activities, such as dressing changes and leg wraps.

• Prepares treatment room for examination of patient.

• Assists with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments and materials to the doctor as directed.

• Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.

• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments while observing the principles of sterile technique.

• Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.

• Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation.

• Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

• Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).

• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant Certification from the AAMA, NHA or AMA is required.

• Certified American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Obtain vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient’s medical record for multi-disciplinary Dermatology practice.

• May provide treatments, perform/order routine laboratory tests under the direction of an attending physician, and assist in other patient care activities such as dressing changes and leg wraps.

• Acquire prior authorizations for medications or procedures as needed with insurance carrier when needed.

• Answer and return triage calls as well as provide patients with benign results.

• Order, stock, and inventory supplies and assist in performing clerical duties.

• This position will provide coverage between our 5 clinics as well as provide cross MA coverage.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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