Medical Assistant, Full-Time, Days, M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm

Jackson Health•Miami, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs specialized work in inpatient or ambulatory care settings, assisting providers, nurse managers, and Case Managers with the examination and treatment of patients and completing related clerical tasks. The role may include administrative and clinical duties based on the assigned unit. The Medical Assistant also demonstrates Jackson’s CARE values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Expertise—and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved Medical Assistant school is required.
Generally, 0 to 3 years of related experience.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Knowledge and skill in using job-appropriate technology and software applications.
Must meet and maintain unit-specific and organizational skills, competencies, certifications, and licensures required by the clinical area.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required upon hire, with at least 6 months of validity, and must be maintained at Jackson Health System for the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

Certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants or credentialing as a Registered Medical Assistant by the American Society of Medical Technologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Use computer applications.
Answer telephones and welcome patients.
Update and file patient medical records.
Code and complete insurance forms.
Schedule appointments.
Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services.
Handle correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping.
Take medical histories and prepare patients for examinations.
Assist physicians during examinations and certain procedures.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform basic laboratory tests.
Draw blood and take electrocardiograms.
Perform other advanced clinical duties as needed under the direction and supervision of a nurse or physician.
Demonstrate service excellence and Jackson’s CARE values.
Perform other related job duties as assigned.