Medical Assistant, Certified - MOHS

Orlando Health•Wesley Chapel, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs patient care under the direction and supervision of the physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ambulatory care setting. This role supports and demonstrates effective and professional communication with patients and family members, works collaboratively with administrative and operations staff, and gathers patient data through interviews and observation. The Medical Assistant assists patients and families with preparation for examination and assists the physician or APP during examination and procedures. They demonstrate competency in specific tasks and skills, document treatments, procedures, and patient education, and act as a liaison for patients to schedule specialty testing or consultations. The role involves processing calls professionally, entering orders into the electronic medical system under provider direction, and adhering to all Orlando Health policies and procedures, including safety and infection control standards. The position requires the ability to provide age-specific care and participate in quality assurance activities.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school (or verifiable applicable work experience in a patient care setting) required
Maintains current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
If hired after January 1, 2015, maintains current certification by one of the following agencies within 6 months of hire - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by National Health career Association (NHA) ( www.nhanow.com ) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) ( www.aama-ntl.org ) Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)( www.amcaexams.com ) National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) ( www.ncctinc.com ) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) or Nationally Registered Certified Advanced Medical Assistant (NRCAMA) by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) ( www.nahpusa.com ) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Medical Technologists (AMT) ( www.amt1.com ) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) ( www.arma-cert.org )
Applicants with an accepted Medical Assistant certification or registration from an agency not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Nice To Haves

MOHS or Dermatology experience PREFERRED

Responsibilities

Supports and demonstrates effective and professional communication with patients and family members
Works collaboratively with the administrative and operations staff
Gathers patient data through interviews and observation
Assist patients and families with preparation for examination
Assists the physician or APP during examination and procedures
Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice
Documents, treatments, procedures, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific policies
Assist the physician or APP by acting as a liaison on behalf of the patient to schedule, provide patient with scheduling information to obtain specialty testing, and/or specialty physician consultation
Processes incoming and outgoing calls in an independent and professional manner using sound clinical judgment
Enter medication, laboratory and diagnostic imaging orders into the electronic medical system under the direction of a provider
Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellent standards
Consistently demonstrates personal and patient safety practices and adherence to infection control standards outlined in Orlando Health policies
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and can assess data appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients on his or her assigned department and/or unit
Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Indicator activities as assigned
Demonstrates awareness of medical/legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies
Practices the efficient use of supplies
Assists business office as needed with reception, scheduling, and discharge of patients