Certified Medical Assistant

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida•Miami Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant supports physicians and patients in a physician office setting. The role includes taking patient vital signs, assisting physicians with examinations and procedures, preparing and administering medication as instructed, and supporting safe, efficient patient flow. The medical assistant prepares procedure supplies and equipment, maintains exam rooms and inventory, communicates instructions to patients, and keeps work areas organized. The position requires current applicable certification and licensing and a professional, courteous approach to patients and staff.

Requirements

Medical Assistant certification from an accredited institution or agency.
CPR certification.
Completion of Medical Assistant training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Up to two years of Medical Assistant experience.
Maintain current licensing and certification necessary to perform applicable job functions.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

Take patients’ vital signs.
Assist physicians with examinations and complex procedures, including injections, suture removal, venipunctures, biopsies, and EKGs.
Follow sterilization techniques and high-level disinfection procedures, including applicable policies and procedures and manufacturer instructions for use when preparing trays and equipment.
Follow universal precautions during patient care activities.
Monitor and manage patient schedules to support optimal patient flow.
Greet and safely escort patients from the waiting area to appropriate areas in the physician office, as needed.
Follow physicians’ preferred treatment protocols when coordinating patient flow.
Prepare supplies and assist providers with cast application and removal.
Ensure exam rooms are stocked with supplies and equipment before patients are seen.
Maintain supply par levels and inform a supervisor when reorders are needed.
Communicate procedure information and instructions to patients, provide preparatory instructions, and answer basic questions as needed.
Recognize and respond to patients’ individual needs and adapt to workflow changes.
Prepare and administer medications, including injections, as instructed by the physician.
Maintain organized work areas and demonstrate appropriate use and maintenance of equipment.
Maintain current licenses and certifications required for applicable job functions.
Remain calm, courteous, and professional when interacting with patients and staff.
Respond promptly to telephone calls, preferably by the third ring, and repeat key information to ensure accurate message transcription.
Be willing to work overtime during hospital or department emergencies, such as hurricane alerts or staffing limitations.
Maintain an understanding of fire safety and other applicable departmental and hospital manuals.