CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT MAC FLOAT
About The Position
The Certified Medical Assistant MAC Float supports patient care across different units within Moffitt Ambulatory Center outpatient clinics and other designated patient care areas. Medical Assistants are essential clinic team members who assist with exams and procedures, organize and manage patient flow, and take on other responsibilities based on departmental needs. The role rotates among assigned areas to help ensure quality patient care and appropriate staffing. The Medical Assistant assists patients with movement and positioning, collects and documents screening information, supports clinic flow, and helps practitioners prepare for and perform procedures, treatments, and examinations. The position also provides administrative support to providers and responds to emergencies within the scope of the role.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an accepted provider.
- Medical Assistant program completion for the Medical Assistant Trainee level.
- CMA certification for the Certified Medical Assistant and Certified Medical Assistant II levels; trainees and Clinical Assistants must obtain 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 an equivalent role.
- For the Certified Medical Assistant II level, 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), or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant.
- Accepted BLS certifications include American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety & Health Institute.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Prior experience performing phlebotomy.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with ambulation and movement on and off exam tables and chairs, and in and out of wheelchairs, using proper body mechanics and safety measures such as lift equipment.
- After confirming patient identity, perform initial screening, including vital signs, screening questions, allergy information, and medication history as appropriate.
- Notify appropriate staff of positive screening results or abnormal vital signs, and document collected information and staff notifications accurately in the medical record.
- Load images in preparation for provider visits, as needed.
- Help maintain smooth and efficient patient flow, keeping 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.
- Apply aseptic techniques and universal precautions when performing clinical duties.
- Maintain the knowledge and skills needed to provide care appropriate to patients' physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related needs and ages in the assigned service area.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
