Certified Medical Assistant

Overview Certified Medical Assistant Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL). Work Type: Full Time. Department: 35010800 - SH-NURSING STAFF. Job No: 539762. Categories include Veteran's Preference Eligible, Health Care Administration/Support, Medicine/Physicians. Job Description The Opportunity: The Student Health Care Center at the University of Florida is seeking two Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) for its ambulatory clinic. CMAs will assist health care professionals in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients, including patient preparation and treatment environment setup, basic laboratory and electrocardiogram tests, and post-treatment care. They will perform Point-of-Care testing as directed and will be responsible for general cleanliness of desks, counters, examination tables, equipment, and for ensuring appropriate cleaning, wrapping and sterilization of surgical instruments. CMAs will assist team RNs with patient care, obtain vital signs, visual screening, heights and weights, peak flow readings, and other objective data as appropriate for incoming patients, and assist clinicians with special procedures and examinations. Clinical Support Duties Performs CMA duties under the direct supervision of the Team RN and responsibility of a Physician Standards Universal Precautions Defers all medical questions to the RNs and/or medical providers Check Daily Temperature logs Order, stock, and maintain inventory of routine supplies and special items needed for the exam and procedure rooms, patient care and ensure update of sterile supplies Apply infection control guidelines in the clinic setting Application of age specific care to clinical practice Emergency equipment use clinic-specific emergency response plan Assist in exams Clean /sterilize equipment and exam rooms Basic patient instructions per provider approved handouts Telephone messaging Alerts Team RNs or providers of any abnormal findings Performs point-of-care tests as requested Assists providers with procedures (minor surgery/pelvic exams) Assists RNs with observation of patients Responsible for cleaning clinic area including countertops, desks, exam tables, etc Responsible for autoclaving and wrapping instruments as needed Responsible for picking up clean linens and returning dirty linens for cleaning weekly from clinic area Order supplies from Central Supply and Pharmacy as needed Assist in training new CMAs Wear PPE as appropriate, such as an N95 with level 2 surgical mask over, gown, gloves, goggles or face shield Clean and disinfect exam rooms after each patient visit per SHCC policy/guidelines. PPE must be worn during this process. This includes all surfaces that touch the patient Performs point-of-care tests as requested Performs blood draws requested by providers Performs and collects specimens for Drive-by patients Medication Administration Pend and call in prescriptions Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physician's instructions to patients Medication administration which may include the following (except IV) Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies Non-vaccine IM & SC injections (No dose calculations allowed) Immunizations Oral medications - simple dose calculations allowed TST (PPD) administration and reading of result Eye Drops Nebulizer Treatment Procedures Sterile dressings Sterile technique Phlebotomy - routine, clinic specific Remove sutures/staples Specimen collection and processing Ear irrigations Other Duties Routinely re-stocking exam rooms, cleaning rooms including desks, exam tables, and counters; assist with ordering supplies and restocking reserves as needed Performs EKGs in Radiology department during athlete’s physical exams as needed Cleaning, wrapping and autoclaving instruments as needed; maintain autoclave and autoclave room per OSHA guidelines Daily huddle with RN, Physicians, and staff to anticipate and plan the team’s needs; communicate respectfully with coworkers Rotates to other SHCC areas; provides Break Week coverage in SMAC Team; attends HST/MA staff monthly meetings Typical Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm; or weekdays adjusted per FTE needs 40 hours/week Hours and days vary according to SHCC needs Provides coverage for weekends and other clinical areas as assigned About the Organization The Student Health Care Center (SHCC) – The mission is to help every student achieve optimal health in pursuing personal and academic success. Our vision is to be the preferred healthcare provider for University of Florida students as a nationally recognized leader in collegiate health. The SHCC is AAAHC accredited and located in a WELL-certified building. Services include primary care, sports medicine, urgent care, gynecology, psychiatry, immunizations, travel medicine; radiology, pharmacy, lab, and physical therapy are on site. About the University of Florida: UF is a major public university in Gainesville. The City of Gainesville information resources are available for more context about the area. Compensation and Application Expected Salary: $19.85 - $21.13 per hour To apply, visit the UF explore.jobs page for the posting 539762. This requisition may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Successful completion of the CMA exam from an accredited institute (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, ARMA) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with at least one year of experience BLS/CPR Certification Preferred: A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licensure may be used in lieu CMA certification in special circumstances One year of appropriate experience Knowledge of patient care, basic computer skills, sterile technique, confidentiality procedures, and phlebotomy Knowledge of clinical equipment and instrumentation; basic math and CPR skills Ability to communicate clearly and interact effectively with patients Ability to take vital signs, draw blood, and perform point-of-care tests with quality controls Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments Special Instructions to Applicants: Upload cover letter, resume, and a list of at least 3 references. Application must be submitted by the posting end date. Veteran's preference applies; if claiming, upload DD 214 Member Copy 4. See Veteran's Preference Page for details. This requisition may be used to fill multiple positions. Health Assessment Required: Yes Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply, contact View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Florida Relay System at View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF. #J-18808-Ljbffr