Medical Assistant 1, Full Time

Medical Assistant 1

The Medical Assistant 1 performs multi-skilled tasks to assist with patients' healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 1 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 incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The MA 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 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.

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

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license

• Certification and Licensing:

  • 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)

• Experience: No previous experience required

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

  • Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

  • Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

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