CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT MAC FLOAT

Moffitt Cancer Center

93d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistants are essential members of the clinic team, supporting patient care by assisting with exams and procedures, organizing patient flow, and performing other duties according to departmental needs. This role rotates among units within the Moffitt Ambulatory Center (MAC), including assigned outpatient clinics and other designated patient care areas, to support quality care and staffing needs. The position is located at Moffitt International Plaza (MIP).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
For the Medical Assistant Trainee level: completion of a Medical Assistant program and CMA certification within six months of hire.
For the Clinical Assistant level: one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinic setting or equivalent role, and CMA certification within six months of hire.
For the Certified Medical Assistant level: CMA certification.
For the Certified Medical Assistant II level: CMA certification and two years of Medical Assistant experience.
Accepted CMA certifications or registrations include American Association of Medical Assistants (AMAA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Nationally Certified Medical Assistant, National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), and National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant.
Accepted BLS certifications include those from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety & Health Institute.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in an outpatient clinic setting as a Medical Assistant.
Prior experience performing phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with ambulation and movement onto or off exam tables, chairs, and wheelchairs, using proper body mechanics and safety measures such as lift equipment.
After confirming patient identity, perform initial screening, including vital signs, screening questions, allergies, and medication history as appropriate; notify appropriate staff of positive screening results or abnormal vital signs.
Document collected information completely and accurately in the medical record, including staff notifications.
Load images in preparation for provider visits as needed.
Help maintain smooth and efficient clinic patient flow and keep patients and the clinical team informed of delays.
Communicate effectively with patients, providers, nurses, and other team members.
Assist practitioners with procedures, treatments, and examinations, including preparing rooms, positioning patients, and preparing supplies and equipment.
Depart patients from the clinic when nursing intervention is not required.
Use aseptic techniques and universal precautions when performing clinical duties and tasks.
Maintain the knowledge and skills needed to provide age-appropriate care based on patients’ physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related needs.
Use computerized systems according to departmental needs.
Support providers during clinic by assisting with phone calls and faxes.
Recognize emergency situations and implement emergency procedures; administer first aid and CPR.