Medical Assistant

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. This person may be required to travel to other UF Health Heart and Vascular clinics to provide coverage.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Employees hired on or after February 15, 2018 must be graduate from approved Medical Assistant program. Less than one year – Medical Assistant experience.

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.

Preferred Experience:

• One (1) year Medical Assistant experience.
• Cardiac experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Employees hired on or after August 1, 2021, must obtain medical assistant certification within 6 months of date of hire/transfer into the position.
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association.