Moffitt Cancer Center hiring CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT in Tampa, Florida, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

SummaryMoffitt Cancer Center is inte r n a tional l y rec o g ni z ed f or our f ocus on p erso n al i z ed c a nc e r care a n d tr a nslati o nal res e arch. The m iss i on o f M o f f i tt is clear, f o c u sed, and f u l l y stat e d in n ine w ords, " To con t ribute to the pre v en t ion a nd c u re of ca n ce r . " W i th a tra d ition o f e x cel l ence t h at b e g an w ith the f i r st p a tient a d m iss i on in 1 9 86, d e dicated M o f f itt ph y sic i ans, scientists, and s t a ff members h a v e remain e d c om m itt e d to e x cel l ence i n a n a t m osp h ere c h aracter i z ed by kin d nes s , car i n g , a nd ho p e.

Moffitt Cancer Center’s Cutaneous Oncology Program is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida and widely regarded as one of the top advanced skin cancer programs in the country, providing a wide-ranging scope of preventative, diagnostic and therapeutic services in a single location. We provide:

• Diagnostic imaging services, including lymphoscintigraphy
• Biopsies and expedited on-site results processing
• Surgical excision of tumors, including Mohs surgery, robotic-assisted lymphadenectomy and minimally invasive groin dissection for metastatic melanomas
• Limb and liver perfusions
• Radiation therapy
• Reconstructive plastic surgery
• Supportive care
• Systematic therapies including immunotherapy and targeted therapies
• Risk assessment and mole mapping services for high-risk individuals

Our Cutaneous Oncology Clinic cares for 75-110 patients in a daily basis. We are currently in need of a Certified Medical Assistant to join our program.

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 will assist by keeping patient rooms stocked, taking vitals, performing skin biopsies, taking wound cultures, photography of skin lesions and/or malignancies, Post-op wound dressing changes, suture and staple removal.

The Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate will have the following:
• Prior experience in an outpatient clinic setting as a Medical Assistant.
• Dermatology experience
• Experience with high patient volume 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.
• 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