Medical Assistant 2

Medical Assistant 2

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time, Medical Assistant 2 to work in Miami.

Core Job Summary:

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.

Core Responsibilities:

• 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.

Department Specific Functions:

• Assist in clinic with patient flow.
• Obtains vital signs and patient information such as medical/surgical history, medications, and allergies for inclusion in the patient's medical record.
• Assists in other patient care activities, such as dressing changes, suture/staple removal, drain removal and
• minor office procedures with sterile techniques.
• Prepares treatment room for examination of patients and prepares supplies needed for patient visits.
• Assists physicians with physical examinations by handing instruments and materials to the doctor.
• Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examinations, tests, and surgeries.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments.
• Clerical duties as needed such as phone calls, faxes, emails, messages, etc.
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and Infection Control guidelines.

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.

Core Qualifications:

• 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)
• MA - Medical Assistant without an approved certification must:
• provide proof of completion, from an approved educational program
• sign an Agreement Statement, stating candidate shall obtain a National wide or Statewide MA certification no more than 12 months from the date of hire.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
• HIV & AIDS Certification: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) Certification
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
• 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.

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.