Certified Medical Assistant Jobs

Moffitt Cancer Center at International Plaza (MIP) is a 50,000-square-foot full service outpatient facility designed and equipped to provide the same level of cancer care we provide at our main hospital. Daily patient visits vary between 50 and 100 patients.

Treatment services:

• Radiation therapy
• Radiology (PET, CT, MRI, Chest X-ray)
• Oncology physician office visits
• Rapid Response Thyroid Cancer Assessment
• Blood draw area and clinical laboratory
• Screening Mammography, Diagnostic Mammograms, 3D Mammography & Ultrasounds
• Infusion services

Our MIP Clinic is currently looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to care for our patients seeking outpatient oncology treatment at our Breast, GI, GU, Head & Neck-Endocrine, Radiation Oncology and Supportive Care clinics.

Position Highlights:

• The Certified Medical Assistant at MIP will provide support to the GI, GU, Head & Neck – Endocrine, Radiation Oncology and Supportive Care clinics.
• This position will report to our Moffitt International Plaza (MIP) location by International Plaza near the Tampa airport.
• Certified Medical Assistants are essential members of the clinic team. They contribute to the healthcare of patients by assisting with exams and procedures, organizing and managing patient flow, and taking on other responsibilities based on the needs of the department.

The Ideal Candidate

• Prior experience in an outpatient clinic setting as a Medical Assistant.
• Experience handling Colostomies, Pap smears, and thyroid biopsies as a Medical Assistant
• The ideal candidate will have the following:
  • Prior experience in an outpatient clinic setting as a Medical Assistant.
  • Prior experience in a GYN Clinic as a Medical Assistant
  • Experience handling sterilized equipment as a Medical Assistant
  • Experience handling Colostomies, Pap smears, and thyroid biopsies as a Medical Assistant
• Prior experience in a GYN Clinic as a Medical Assistant
• Experience handling sterilized equipment as a Medical Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Assists patients with ambulation and/or movement on/off exam table, chairs and/or in and out of wheelchairs utilizing proper body mechanics and safety measures such as, lift equipment.
• Provides support to the provider during clinic by assisting with phone calls and faxes.
• Recognizes emergency situations and implements emergency procedures. Administers first aid and CPR.
• After proper patient identification, performs initial patient screening, including vital signs, screening questions, allergy information, and medication history as appropriate. Notifies appropriate staff of positive screening or abnormal vital signs. Documents collected data completely and accurately in medical record including staff notifications. Loads images in preparation for provider visit, as needed. Ensures clinic patient flow is smooth and efficient. Keeps patients and clinical team informed of delays. Communicates effectively to patients, providers, nurses, and other team members.
• Assists practitioner in patient procedures/treatments/examinations, including room preparation, patient positioning, supplies, and equipment. Departs from clinic those patients that do not require nursing intervention. Maintains and uses principles of aseptic techniques and universal precautions when performing clinical duties and tasks.
• Maintains the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care or services based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area. Utilizes computerized systems according to departmental needs.

Credentials and Qualifications:

• Experience performing lab draws and EKG testing.
• BLS Certification
• High School Diploma
• Certification or Registration from one of the following organizations:
  • American Association of Medical Assistants (AMAA)
  • American Medical Technologists (AMT)
  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
  • National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
  • National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• American Association of Medical Assistants (AMAA)

Location: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute · Clinic-Moffitt Intl
Schedule: Part Time, Day Shift, M-F, Varies