Medical Assistant 2, Wound Care, Per Diem, 8A-4:30P

Baptist Health South Florida • South Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Works under the clinical supervision of the practice physician(s) and clinic supervisor/manager and is responsible for assisting the physicians in the practice. Assists in examination and treatment of patients, rooms patients and obtains information, measures vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, pulse oximeter, pain level, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts/Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Also collects and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Paramedic
• AAMA Certified Medical Assistant
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Basic Life Support
• Registered Medical Assistant
• Must have at least one of the above required licenses/certifications (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT, Paramedic)
• BLS required for all
• CNA, LPN, EMT license must be from Florida
• Must be a professional, organized detail-oriented team player with effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
• Possesses compassionate demeanor, excellent customer service skills and high ethical standards
• HIPAA/OSHA compliance required
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment efficiently
• Proficient in computer applications and typing skills
• Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
• Minimum Required Experience: 1 Year

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred
• Knowledge of Health Care regulatory guidelines and Medical Terminology a plus
• Medical Assistants with a Certificate or Diploma of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program hired after 7/1/16 or foreign Medical Doctor with a foreign medical doctor diploma hired after 5/1/17 will have up to 6 months from start of employment with BHSF to obtain Medical Assistant Certification.
• For Primary Care Practices, EKG and Phlebotomy Certifications are also required for employees with the CNA license only.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the physicians in the practice
• Assisting in examination and treatment of patients
• Rooming patients
• Obtaining patient information
• Measuring vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, pulse oximeter, pain level, weight, and height)
• Recording information on patients' charts/Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Collecting and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
• Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
• A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees