This role supports both clinical and administrative functions within the practice. The Medical Assistant may also be required to float to other UFHP practices as needed to support staffing needs.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under physician supervision
- Assist with clinical procedures and patient examinations
- Prepare patients for visits, including vital signs and medical history documentation
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records in the medical record system
- Perform clerical duties including scheduling, insurance verification, and patient communications
- Support physicians and clinical staff with patient flow
- Maintain compliance with clinical policies and procedures
- Float to other UFHP practices as needed for staffing support
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of anaccredited Medical Assistant program
- Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant from an accredited organization such as:
- AAMA
- NHA
- NCCT
- AMCA
- AMT
- EMT license may be accepted in lieu of MA certification
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork abilities
- Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) year of direct patient care experiencein an ambulatory care or physician office setting
Licensure / Certification Requirements
- Must possess and maintaincurrent Medical Assistant certification or registration
- Basic Life Support (BLS / CPR)certification required
- Must obtain within90 days of employmentif not currently certified
- Certification must be through theAmerican Heart Association (AHA)orRed Cross
Additional Information
- This positiondoes not require operating a motor vehiclefor business purposes.
- Candidates must be able to work collaboratively in a team-based healthcare environment.