Medical Assistant
Desai Sethi Medical Center
Miami, FL
5x8 hrs

The Department of Urology is seeking a Medical Assistant 1 to work on-site full-time in Miami, FL. The Medical Assistant (MA) 1 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA shall assist patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The MA 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 physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The MA shall adhere 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.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.

Demonstrate knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.

Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.

Performs routine laboratory tests.

Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.

Observes and reports patient’s signs or symptoms changes.

Administers medication safely as directed by the physician. Assists in patient care activities such as walking.

Escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.

Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.

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

Provides patient with provider’s care instructions and information.

Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.

Adheres to University and unit-level Policies & Procedures and safeguards University’s assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive, it may expand to include others, as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

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

Note: (If MA presently has, an active MA certification, school verification and exceptions may apply.)

Certification and Licensing:

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.

Additional certification:

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers

HIV & AIDS Certification: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continue Education (CE) Certification Florida: HIV/AIDS

Experience:

No previous experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

Strong, effective communication skills with patients, families, and clinical team

Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environments

Demonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactively

Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Seeking individuals looking to assist with and perform urological procedures.

Perform urinary catheter changes and insertions

Performs intake on all patients, including vital signs, height and weight, medical history, medication reconciliation and screenings

Perform bladder scan and document posit void residuals

Perform urine dipstick testing and document results

Prepare urine specimens for microscopy and culture

Collect and label specimens per protocol

Perform uroflow testing and document results

Prepare exam and procedure rooms (cystoscopy, TRUS biopsy, catheter insertion, vasectomy, urodynamics)

Maintain sterile field when appropriate

Prepare and label specimens for pathology

Clean and turnover procedure rooms following infection control protocols

Prepare cystoscopy trays and biopsy trays

Rooming patients in appropriate exams rooms.

Provides patient with after visit summary and ensures patient has all their questions answered.

Performs opening and closing duties.

​Assist provider during:

Cystoscopy

Urodynamic studies

Prostate biopsy

Catheter placements/removals

Bladder instillations

PTNS treatments

The 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.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.