Medical Assistant 2- Obstetrics & Gynecology

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Medical Assistant 2 to work in Miami, FL.

Core Job Summary

The Medical Assistant 2 performs a variety of routine duties in a hospital or clinic to assist medical and nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients.

Core Responsibilities

• Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient's medical record.
• Administers injections or treatments, performs routine laboratory tests, and assists in other patient care activities, such as dressing changes and leg wraps.
• Prepares treatment room for examination of patient.
• Assist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments and materials to the doctor as directed.
• Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments while observing the principles of sterile technique.
• Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
• Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation.
• Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and escorts and transports patients to various hospital locations.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Assist attending physicians with minor surgical procedures, annual and follow up gynecological exams such as pap-smears, cultures, endometrial biopsies, and pelvic exams.
• Assist attending physicians with all reproductive endocrine infertility procedures such as egg retrievals, HSO, Embryo transfer, and IUI.
• Draw and process laboratory test per MD orders.
• May serve as a lead to Medical Assistants or assist with their training.
• Follow up on UChart in-basket pool and results messages, Rx refills as assigned.
• May be required to float occasionally to other practice site when there is a staffing need
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing).
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed (will be trained on proper disinfection of any applicable instruments and disinfecting rooms in between patients).
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.

Additional information

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Graduate from an approved Medical Assistant educational program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or demonstrate proof of active approved MA certification
• Active - American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare provider

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Pay and benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff