Medical Assistant|/LPN | Dermatology clinic| Day | Full Time - UF Health

The CMA provides patient care in an ambulatory clinic setting under the direct responsibility of a faculty physician. Clinical skills are equivalent to the PCA. In addition, certain other tasks, eg. Giving injections, performing EKGs, may be performed based on training and FGP Clinical Policy and Procedure. The CMA may also perform clerical, insurance and medical record functions.

The Licensed Practical Nurse will focus on providing high level patient-centered care in a physician office setting by measuring and recording vital signs, placing patients in exam rooms, preparing patients for exams/procedures, assisting the health care provider with exams/procedures, providing patient support during exams, maintaining medical supply inventory, and stocking exam rooms. The LPN will also provide patient care by administering medications, processing patient phone calls per practice protocols, instructing patients regarding health care and treatments, and providing health care provider with information pertaining to patients health status. May be required to float to other UFHP practices, as needed, for staffing. 

Medical Assistant: Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program. One year of direct patient care experience in a medical office or ambulatory clinic preferred. Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: None provided Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certification as a Medical Assistant.

LPN: Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:  Graduate of an accredited school or training program for Licensed Practical Nursing. One year of ambulatory care or hospital experience preferred. Person should display initiative and have the ability to multitask. Outstanding patient/customer service skills, verbal clarity, team focus, and problem-solving skills are required for the ideal candidate.  Basic Life Support certification.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current licensure by the State of Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). AHA or Red Cross Basic Life Support (CPR) is required or must be obtained within first 90 days of employment. Must maintain current Basic Life Support (CPR). Must successfully complete medication test within 30 days of hire.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:
Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose