University of Florida Looking for OPS Medical Assistants Student Health Care Center (CHFM) (527213) Full Time

OPS Medical Assistants Student Health Care Center (CHFM) (527213)

Job No: 527213
Work Type:
Temp Part-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Health Care
Administration/Support
Department: 35010800 – SH-NURSING STAFF

Job Description

Classification Title:

OPS-Healthcare

Job Description:

The Student Health Care Center at The University of Florida within the department of
Community Health and Family Medicine (CHFM) is seeking a two part-time OPS Medical Assistants for its ambulatory clinic. The incumbents will
assist health care professionals in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients such as preparation of patient and environment for
treatment, knowledge of conducting basic laboratory and electrocardiogram tests, care of the patient post-treatments, functions. They will
perform Point-of-Care testing as directed and will be responsible for general cleanliness of desks, counters, examination tables, equipment
and for insuring appropriate cleaning, packaging (wrapping) and sterilization of surgical instruments. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
will assist the team RNs with patient care obtaining vital signs, visual screening, heights and weights, peak flow readings and other
objective data as appropriate for incoming patients and will assists clinicians with special procedures and examinations.

General Clinical Duties:

• Performs CMA duties under the direct supervision of the Team RN and responsibility
  of a Physician.
• Standards Universal Precautions.
• Defers all medical questions to the RNs and/or medical providers.
• Check Daily Temperature logs.
• Maintain and Daily inventory of routine supplies and special Items needed for the procedure room
  and assure update of sterile supplies.
• Apply infection control guidelines in the clinic setting.
• Application of age
  specific care to clinical practice.
• Emergency equipment use clinic -specific emergency response plan.
• Assist in
  exams.
• Exam room preparation-stocking rooms.
• Clean /sterilize equipment and exam rooms.
• Basic patient
  instructions per provider approved handouts.
• Telephone messaging.
• Alerts Team RNs or providers of any abnormal
  findings.
• Performs point of care tests as requested.
• Assists providers with procedures (minor surgery/pelvic exams).
• Assists RNs with observation of patients.
• Serves as a chaperon.
• Transports patients requiring assistance.
• Maintains patient confidentiality following SHCC policy.
• Responsible for obtaining and documenting in the EHR: vital signs (BP,
  P, R, T), at every pt. visit.
• Weight & height initial visit; and/or visual acuity and peak flow (if indicated).

Medical Administration Duties:

• Pend and call in prescriptions.
• Prepare and administer medications as
  directed by a physician.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications diets, or physician’s instructions to patients.

Medication administration which may include the following (except IV):

• Authorize drug refills and provide
  prescription information to pharmacies.
• Work through the Epic In-Basket
• Non-vaccine IM & SC injections (No dose
  calculations allowed)
• Immunizations
• Oral medications-simple dose calculations allowed
• TST (PPD)administration and
  reading of result
• Eye Drops
• Nebulizer Treatment

Procedures:

• Sterile dressings
• Sterile technique
• Phlebotomy -routine, clinic specific
• Remove sutures/staples
• Specimen collection and
  processing
• Ear irrigations

Other duties as assigned:

• Routinely re-stocking exam rooms, cleaning
  exam rooms including desks, exam tables, and counters, and for keeping rooms neat throughout the day. Assists with ordering supplies and
  equipment and restocking reserves as needed.
• Assists with the orientation and training clinical staff for the organization to
  include screening process, patient flow, instrument care and autoclave operations.
• Performs EKG’s in the Radiology department
  during athlete’s physical exams PRN.
• Expected to huddle daily with RN, Physician, and staff to anticipate and plan the Team’s
  needs; communicates with co-workers in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Rotates to other areas of the SHCC, provides Break Week/
  Sundays coverage in WHCC, SHCC@ Shands, SMAC, and
  Infectious Care and performs other tasks as assigned.
• Attends and participates in the staff monthly meeting.

Schedule: During the Monday – Friday 8:00am-5pm clinic; 20 hours per week. Hours and days can vary according to the
SHCC’s needs. Sunday coverage during Fall and Spring semesters is possible.

About Gainesville, Florida:

Gainesville (http://cityofgainesville.org) is home to
Florida’s largest and oldest university and serves as one of the state’s centers of education, medicine, cultural events and athletics.
Gainesville is also the largest city in Alachua County and is the county seat, with approximately 269,000 residents county-wide. The city
provides a full range of municipal services, including cultural and nature services and necessary administrative services to support these
activities. Additionally, the city owns a regional transit system, a regional airport, and a 72-par championship golf course. Known for its
preservation of historic buildings and the beauty of its natural surroundings, Gainesville’s numerous parks, museums and lakes provide
entertainment to thousands of visitors. Because of its beautiful landscape and urban “forest,” Gainesville is one of the most attractive
cities in Florida. It is a hidden gem in North Central Florida that is within a couple hours to major cities such as Orlando, Jacksonville,
and Tampa. We are in a central location to both the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, providing easy access within a day’s drive to
beaches, nature preserves, and water-based activities. We have warm weather much of the year, allowing for outdoor activities almost
year-round. Due to the diverse atmosphere generated by The University of Florida and UF Health Shands who are the leading employers in
Gainesville, Gainesville is also a wonderful place to raise a family. For more information about Gainesville, FL please go to: The Guide to Greater Gainesville
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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At Community Health
and Family Medicine and its divisions Everyone belongs, Everyone grows, and Everyone thrives!

The University of Florida
College of Medicine is committed to diversity, inclusion, and health equity through the efforts of actively finding, developing, and
including the best talent to support our vision of being “a premier institution focused on promoting health and alleviating human suffering
through exceptional education, discovery, innovation and patient-centered health care of the highest quality.

The University of
Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to non-discrimination 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, promotion, transfers,
discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Expected Salary:

The salary range is
between $19.65-$22.65 per hour and is commensurate with skills and experience.

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).
• BLS/CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or
  vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
• Ability to work independently with
  minimum supervision
• Ability to work Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm with occasional weekend coverage
• Basic patient care
  knowledge
• Basic computer skills
• Sterile techniques skills
• Working knowledge of services functions and policies
  and confidentiality procedures.
• Basic math skills
• CPR certification and application knowledge
• Skills and
  knowledge on how to maintain patient care equipment in operative order.
• Ability to communicate efficiently in writing and
  verbally.
• Ability to interact with patients.
• Ability to take vital signs (e.g. TPR, Blood Pressure, visual acuity, peak
  flow meters, height and weight).
• Ability to give equipment instructions to patients.
• Ability to perform point of care lab
  tests and run quality controls.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

Special Instructions to
Applicants:

In order for your application for this position to be considered complete, you must upload a resume, and a cover
letter, or letter of interest.

• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Hours daily are from
  8:00am to 5:00pm. Total hours per week: 20
• This position includes occasional Sunday Clinic hours.

Post offer
requirements:

• Health Clearance for patient and human blood contact
• Criminal background check
• Education
  and experience check

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

Health
Assessment Required:
Yes

Applications Close: 11 Jun 2023

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/527213/ops-medical-assistants-student-health-care-center-chfm-5272
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The University is committed to non-discrimination 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.

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