• Certified Medical Assistant - Peds ID

    University of Florida (Jacksonville, FL)


    Certified Medical Assistant - Peds ID

     

    Work type: Staff Full-Time

     

    Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Nursing, Medicine/Physicians

     

    Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE

    Classification Title:

    Certified Medical Assistant

    Classification Minimum Requirements:

    Successful completion of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam offered by an appropriate accredited institute. Appropriate institutes include the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA).

    Job Description:

    + Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history;

     

    confirming purpose of visit.

     

    + Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking

     

    blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history

     

    summary. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times. Notifies providers

     

    of pertinent patient information and follow-up.

     

    + Assists assigned clinician with medical examinations and clinical procedures

     

    including GYN exams, pap smears, suture removal, dressing changes, etc.

     

    + Administers non-controlled medications and injections, including vaccinations, as

     

    ordered.

     

    + Performs Rapid HIV testing as needed, including pre and post-test counseling as

     

    required.

     

    + Performs venipuncture and lab processing including completing requisitions and

     

    preparation for lab delivery. Perform basic laboratory tests (HIV Rapid tests, fingerstick

     

    glucose, hemoglobin, urine pregnancy test, rapid strep, u/a, GC/Chlamydia,

     

    etc). Reviews all lab work before it is sent out to labs, organizing and maintaining

     

    existing lab forms, scanning and data entry of lab results, etc.

     

    + Performs quality assurance tests on CLIA waived laboratory tests.

    + Maintains and updates patient information in electronic medical record.

    + Assists in organization of clinic exam rooms, including cleaning, checking expiration

     

    dates on medical equipment and stocking supplies. Communicates inventory and

     

    equipment needs to assigned staff.

     

    + Assists in clinic management including keeping patient areas clean and safe and

     

    works with provides to effectively manage patient visit cycle time.

     

    + Provides patient information and instructions.

    Expected Salary:

    $16 to $18 per hour depending on education and experience.

    Required Qualifications:

    Successful completion of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam offered by an appropriate accredited institute. Appropriate institutes include the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA).

    Preferred:

    + At least one yar of MA experience preferred.

    + One year serving HIV/AIDS population.

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    This is a time-limited position. Time limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available.

     

    Background Check is Required.

     

    To be considered you must upload your Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and 3 References.

     

    University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville: Visit this link (https://ufh.sc/COMJvideo) to watch the video.

     

    This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See ourVeteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/applicant-resources/veterans/) for more specific information.

     

    The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

     

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

     

    Health Assessment Required:Yes.

     

    Advertised: 23 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 06 Aug 2025 Eastern Daylight Time