Certified Medical Assistant
Moffitt Cancer Center - Tampa, FL
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The Infusion Clinicat our Wesley Chapel location is where patients come to receive chemotherapy, intravenous medications and other blood products. Equipped to offer all of the latest technologies in a single convenient location, our Infusion Center provides blood and platelet transfusions, blood draws, hydration therapy, intravenous antibiotic infusions, injections, pharmaceutical services and pump disconnections, as well as traditional intravenous chemotherapy infusions. Our Infusion Clinicat our Wesley Chapel location is currently looking for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team. Sign on bonus within 30 days of hire. Position Highlights: 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 Certified Medical Assistant at the Infusion Center in MIP will provide care to our patients to ensure they are comfortable while getting their treatments. From time to time, the Certified Medical Assistant may float to other clinics to assist with patient care. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have the following: Prior experience in an outpatient clinic setting as a Medical Assistant. Prior experience with accessing ports 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. 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. 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. Credentials and Qualifications: 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) BLS Certification Experience performing lab draws and EKG testing.The Infusion Clinic at our Wesley Chapel location is where patients come to receive chemotherapy, intravenous medications and other blood products. Equipped to offer all of the latest technologies in a single convenient location, our Infusion Center provides blood and platelet transfusions, blood draws, hydration therapy, intravenous antibiotic infusions, injections, pharmaceutical services and pump disconnections, as well as traditional intravenous chemotherapy infusions.Our Infusion Clinic at our Wesley Chapel location is currently looking for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team.Sign on bonus within 30 days of hire.Position Highlights:* 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 Certified Medical Assistant at the Infusion Center in MIP will provide care to our patients to ensure they are comfortable while getting their treatments.* From time to time, the Certified Medical Assistant may float to other clinics to assist with patient care.The Ideal Candidate* The ideal candidate will have the following:* Prior experience in an outpatient clinic setting as a Medical Assistant.* Prior experience with accessing portsResponsibilities:* 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.* 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.* 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.Credentials and Qualifications:* 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)* BLS Certification* Experience performing lab draws and EKG testing.
Created: 2025-11-15