University of Miami·Deerfield Beach, Florida
The Medical Assistant 2 performs multi-skilled clinical tasks to assist medical providers in patient healthcare management and procedures. They are responsible for maintaining accurate patient records, performing diagnostic tests like EKG and phlebotomy, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
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The UHealth system at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant 2 at UHealth Deerfield Beach.
The Medical Assistant 2 performs multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The Medical Assistant 2 assists patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 2 provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and institutional policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.
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Utilizes creative methods to support patient’s individual needs and respect patient’s spiritual beliefs, faith, and practices.
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Establishes a trusting relationship by creating and maintaining a conducive climate for healing by being authentically present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts, providing emotional support.
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Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally.
Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members.
Seeks assistance when needed.
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Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings.
Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills.
Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills.
Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
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Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State, Federal, and University of Miami’s standards, guidelines, relevant statues, rules, and regulations.
Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.
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Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.
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Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.
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Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.
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Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis.
Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
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Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.
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Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique.
Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
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Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation.
Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.
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Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
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.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience preferred
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. A valid Medical Assistant certification and American Heart Association BLS certification are required.
Market context
In Florida, support-services openings often draw steady demand because facilities rely on CNAs and other support staff to keep daily operations moving. These roles are competitive when employers need current Florida CNA licensure, AHA BLS certification, and EKG skills, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here save you time by pulling key details from the original posting. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note any EKG experience clearly in your resume.
