Staff - CMA - Clinic - $16-22 per hour

Company: University of Miami
Location: Homestead
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

University of Miami is seeking a CMA Clinic for a job in Miami, Florida.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Clinic
• Discipline: CMA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: PermanentThe UMHC Multi-specialty Clinic has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant. The Medical Assistant (MA) shall perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA shall assist patients with healthcare management and clinical procedures. The MA shall prepare patients prior to and post examination, treatment or procedure under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician. The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA to the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor and/or Charge Nurse of the area.Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor and/or Charge Nurse to ensure clinic is running smoothlyPerforms patient interviews for chief complaint, medication reconciliation and pertinent historyObtains vital signs and patient information for patient's medical record inclusionsPrepares treatment room prior and post examinationAssist medical provider as a chaperone as indicatedAssist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments/materials to the medical provider as directedPerform venipunctures and collects routine laboratory specimens as directed by medical practitioner/nursing leadersPerform basic first aidPerforms EKGBladder ScanningOstomy CareSimple dressing change (no central line and/or PICC/Midline dressing)Performance point of care testingReports observed signs and symptoms, obtained from the patient, to report to the providerAssist with patient's daily care activitiesAble to use and/or perform with medical equipment, post training and demonstrated competencyRefill medication prescriptions, as ordered by the medical provider, by calling patient's pharmacyProvide patients with basic educational instruction and information regarding examination proceduresCleans and sterilizes medical instruments; observes the principles of sterile technique in performing dutiesDocuments accurate pertinent information in patient's electronic medical recordRestocks patient roomScreen telephone calls or electronic medical record (EMR) messages and forward to appropriate staffAssist staff in emergency careMaintains medical supplies compliant, by check for expiration dates and package integrityMaintains medical equipment compliant in accordance to manufacture's and biomedical requirementsAssists in performing clerical duties such as answering phones, faxing, and coordinating proceduresSchedules appointments and testsArrange hospital admissions as applicableObtain authorization from insurance companyCall patients with "No Show"Other duties as assignedMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation:Required High School diploma or equivalentRequired Medical Assistant certification and graduate from accredited Medical Assistant ProgramRequired an active and current BLS provider card by the American Heart AssociationRequired Phlebotomy certificationEKG Certificatework Experience: Prefer One (1) year of relevant work experienceThe 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.Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.University of Miami Job ID #R100066609.About University of MiamiThe University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1
  • Continuing Education

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