UF Health

Medical Assistant | Surgical Specialist | Day Shift | Full-time

UF Health  •  Onsite  •  17 hours ago
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Job Description

Locations: St. Augustine, Florida

Categories: Patient Care Support

Req ID: 66338

Overview

A professional multi-skilled person dedicated to assisting in all aspects of medical practice including administrative and clinical procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.

Will be required to travel to provide support to associated clinics.

Responsibilities

  • Rooming patients and taking vitals
  • Charting
  • Front office and administrative support
  • Assisting providers with procedures
  • Answering patient calls
  • Assisting with surgery scheduling
  • Completing insurance verifications and prior authorizations

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be graduates of an approved Medical Assistant program.
  • One (1) year of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Necessary Skills

  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks.
  • Knowledge of ambulatory health care or related health care fields.
  • Skilled in conflict resolution.
  • Ability to use computers.

Required Licensure/Certifications

  • Must obtain Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire/transfer into the position.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
UF Health

About UF Health

University of Florida Health is a world-class academic health center in Florida, encompassing hospitals, physician practices, colleges, centers, institutes, programs and services across northeast and north-central Florida.

UF Health represents the shared vision and commitment to patient care excellence of more than 22,000 employees of the University of Florida Health Science Center and UF Health Shands health care system.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Gainesville, FL
Year Founded
1958
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