Physician Assistant - Dermatology
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COREJOB SUMMARY
The University of Miami / UHealth MSOM Department of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery has an exciting opportunity for a full time Physician Assistant.
The Physician Assistant (PA) delivers medical care to a wide variety of patients. The PA is alsoexamines and treats patients independently and in autonomous collaboration with other health care professionals.
Ensures proper illness and injury care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. May prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests.
Advises patients about continuing care.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs and documents complete physical examinations and comprehensive health histories.
- Functions independently to perform age-appropriate history and physical for patients.
- Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient’s age-specific needs
- Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities
- Implements interventions to support the patient to regain ormaintain physiologic stability.
- Assists with the provision of care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
- Monitors the effectiveness of interventions.
- Facilitates the patient’s transition within and between health care settings, e.g. admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
- Facilitates staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions
Dermatology Physician Assistant’sidentifythe patient’s need for dermatologic care using comprehensive assessment and diagnostic reasoning to access the patient’s condition.
The process includes conducting a comprehensive health history, medication review, and the interpretation of laboratory studies and pathology reports to establish a differential diagnosis.
The PA consults and refers with dermatologists, dermatopathologists and dermatology surgeons to provide comprehensive care.
Recognizes deviations from normal skin assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
Monitor, and report development or changes in patients’ health conditionsand alsomaintain accurate records of patients’ medical history.
Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care that is appropriate for the patient.
Orders appropriate laboratory tests according to practice guidelines.
Administer medications, injections and performs treatments and procedures for all patients.
Writes prescriptions for medication and if necessary modifies patient treatment plans.
Provides medical support to staff, triaging and implementing care in a knowledgeable and skillful
manner, as evidenced by team feedback and documentation in medical records.
Provides assistance tophysicians in the care and treatment of patients.
COREQUALIFICATIONS
Education :
Master’s degreein relevant field
Certification and Licensing :
Valid State of Florida APRNLicense
Experience :
Minimum2years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes :
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to work independently and / or in a collaborative environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.
Job Status : Full time
Full time
Employee Type : Staff
Staff
Pay Grade : c108
c108
Patient Courier, Full Time
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LOCATION : UHEALTH TOWER
The University of Miami Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Patient Courier (U)(Transportation). The Patient Courier (U)(Transportation) is responsible for transporting patients safely and efficiently to and from all departments as coordinated.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS :
Transports patients efficiently and in a timely manner to and from the Department in accordance with department time standards as evidenced by random activity log audits.
Responsible for performing various aide activities under the direction of a radiologic technologist, such as putting the patient on the exam table.
Coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during the assigned shift.
Accurately notes all patients’ names by identifying them by their name and medical record number as evidenced by random observation by supervisor.
Properly documents required information on floor log sheet for each transport perform ancillary department as monitored by random audits of logs.
Check with patient's Nurse prior to the start of any activity / transport. Only transports patients with identification bracelets and following clearance from the patients’ nurse
Correctly stores all contrast media within the department
Maintains patient’s privacy during transport, utilizing sheets / blankets.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS :
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS Certification
Minimum of six months’ experience as a courier in a hospital setting preferred
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.
Job Status : Full time
Full time
Employee Type : Staff
Staff
Pay Grade :
Medical Assistant
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Medical Assistant (MA) shall perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA shall assist patients with healthcare management and clinical procedures.
The MA shall prepare patients prior to and post examination, treatment or procedure under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician.
The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA to the Nurse Manager / Nurse Supervisor and / or Charge Nurse of the area.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities :
Works directly with the Nurse Manager / Nurse Supervisor and / or Charge Nurse to ensure clinic is running smoothly
Performs patient interviews for chief complaint, medication reconciliation and pertinent history
Obtains vital signs and patient information for patient’s medical record inclusions
Prepares treatment room prior and post examination
Assist medical provider as a chaperone as indicated
Assist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments / materials to the medical provider as directed
Perform venipunctures and collects routine laboratory specimens as directed by medical practitioner / nursing leaders
Perform basic first aid
Performs EKG
Bladder Scanning
Ostomy Care
Simple dressing change (no central line and / or PICC / Midline dressing)
Performance point of care testing
Reports observed signs and symptoms, obtained from the patient, to report to the provider
Assist with patient’s daily care activities
Able to use and / or perform with medical equipment, post training and demonstrated competency
Refill medication prescriptions, as ordered by the medical provider, by calling patient’s pharmacy
Provide patients with basic educational instruction and information regarding examination procedures
Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments; observes the principles of sterile technique in performing duties
Documents accurate pertinent information in patient’s electronic medical record
Restocks patient room
Screen telephone calls or electronic medical record (EMR) messages and forward to appropriate staff
Assist staff in emergency care
Maintains medical supplies compliant, by check for expiration dates and package integrity
Maintains medical equipment compliant in accordance to manufacture’s and biomedical requirements
Assists in performing clerical duties such as answering phones, faxing, and coordinating procedures
Schedules appointments and tests
Arrange hospital admissions as applicable
Obtain authorization from insurance company
Call patients with No Show
Other duties as assigned
The MA in hospital based clinics will not perform any type of injections or medication administration.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities :
Ability to demonstrate a sustainable high level of proficiency when performing skills that are within the scope of a Florida Medical Assistant’s duty
Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments
Knowledge of sterile technique and other special procedures when applicable
Knowledge of basic infection control preventions and maintains universal precautions techniques at all time
Knowledge of age of specific patient care
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients and clinical staff.
Reporting Structure :
Reports to the area Nurse Manager / Nurse Supervisor and / or Charge Nurse and the Physician in charge of area.
The physician will have direct supervision and responsibility of the MA
The Nurse Manager / Nurse Supervisor and / or Charge Nurse will take responsibility and accountability for the delegated tasks as assigned by the physician over the MA
Performance Evaluation
Performance evaluation and competencies will be done jointly by the Nurse Manager / Nurse Supervisor and / or Charge Nurse and physician
Education :
Required High School diploma or equivalent
Required Medical Assistant certification and graduate from accredited Medical Assistant Program
Required an active and current BLS provider card by the American Heart Association
Required Phlebotomy certification
EKG Certificate
Work Experience :
Prefer One (1) year of relevant work experience
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.
Job Status : Full time
Full time
Employee Type : Staff
Staff
Pay Grade :
Project Manager
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The Office of Strategy is seeking a Project Manager. The Project Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and tracking of a variety of projects to ensure the successful development, completion, and implementation of department projects and initiatives.
Department Specific Functions
Assists with high priority, executive-level project management for prioritized NCI-related work. Prepares draft communication for sections pertaining to environment and training for the CCSG grant resubmission (including supplemental faculty onboarding materials and quizzes).
Coordination between departments at UM, specifically Communications, Marketing, Philanthropy and Research. Attends regular meetings with Sylvester Chief Transformation Officer (CTO).
Provides administrative and logistical support including meeting arrangements, progress tracking, and documentation. Provides for CTO to interact with VIPs, donors, and other dignitaries and as needed prep for events.
Prepares necessary presentation materials for project meetings. Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports.
Ensures all needed documentation is current and properly filed and stored. Ensures adherence to standards and requirements by reviewing project objectives against deliverables.
Organizes, attends and participates in project meetings. Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Supports Sylvester 's Leadership in our Mission as an NCI-designated Cancer Center, and in renewal of our designation, by managing the executive-level meeting structure required by our CCSG guidelines.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Defines the scope of projects in conjunction with leadership. Discusses the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.
Determines the resources required to complete each project. Establishes and documents comprehensive project plans and timelines, which identify and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete projects.
Reviews project schedules with leadership and other staff that will be affected by the project activities. Monitors the progress of the projects and makes adjustments to ensure successful completion.
Consults with the appropriate leadership on the selection of staff to assist with projects. Assigns project task to the identified project team for handling.
Ensures all project personnel receive orientation that is appropriate to the project. Manages project staff according to the established policies and practices of the organization.
Reviews the quality of work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that work produced meets project standards.
Documents all project-related activities and ensures project files are maintained and secured accordingly. Creates a communication schedule to update stakeholders, including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of projects.
Prepares presentations and presents status reports for leadership Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education :
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing :
Not Applicable
Experience :
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes :
- Knowledge of business and management principles.
- Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
- Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
- Ability to effectively plan, delegate and / or supervise the work of others.
- Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.
- Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
LI-YC1
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.
Job Status : Full time
Full time
Employee Type : Staff
Staff
Pay Grade : c107
c107
Security Officer
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NO SECURITY D OR G LICENSE REQUIRED
The Department of Public Safety and Security at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Security Officer.
The Security Officer patrols assigned property and grounds to ensure the safety of building occupants and safeguard institutional property.
Additionally, the Security Officer provides assistance to individuals that are on University grounds in the event of an emergency.
Patrols hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to prevent, investigate and document arson, theft, vandalism and any other criminal activity.
Monitors and responds to security, fire and environmental alarms. Assist in follow-up as necessary.
Responds to emergency calls for assistance and disasters.
Investigates unusual incidents reported by UM staff, visitors, physicians and patients.
Provides excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff
Normal duties require extensive walking, standing, and / or running.
Responds to and resolve problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary.
Handles disruptive individuals with good verbal intervention techniques. Combative individuals may require physical intervention.
Completes reports and incident documentation as necessary. Reports must be easy to read and accurate.
Controls evidence, valuables, and lost / found items as necessary.
Operates UM vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the University of Miami.
Works in an independent atmosphere with minimal supervision and high public contact.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Valid State of Florida driver’s license
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.
Job Status : Full time
Full time
Employee Type : Staff
Staff
Pay Grade : c102
c102
Social Worker
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The University of Miami UMHC-SCCC with the Department of Social Workers has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Social Worker to work on the UHealth Campus.
The Social Worker provides social services to patients and their families, including counseling and support. Moreover, this position establishes a plan of care that fosters personal worth, spiritual well-being, and human dignity in each patient.
Able to provide systematic psychosocial screening and assessments regarding mental status and psychopathology and communicating pertinent information to the healthcare team.
On-call rotation for the facility to receive and facilitate after-hour calls.
Able to demonstrate the ability to advocate for psychosocial-spiritual concerns and ensure that care is safe, efficient, effective, person-centered, timely, and culturally congruent.
Documents appropriately and thoroughly in the electronic medical record.
Formulate, develop, and implement a plan utilizing appropriate social work interventions.
Collaborate with the health care team and involve the patient / family in the development and implementation of plans. Facilitate discharge planning across a multidisciplinary care continuum that includes interacting with consulting physicians, third party payer and other health care providers to facilitate movement of the patient through the system and arrangement of an appropriate discharge plan.
Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary staff to design and implement treatment plans and discharge plans for the patient.
Be able to provide appropriate referrals depending on the needs of the patient.
Be able to assist with financial issues.
Facilitate relaxation exercises and assist patients and family members in achieving positive coping strategies.
Provide education and counseling to patients and families around issues related to adaptation to the patient's illness and / or life situation.
May utilize crisis intervention, brief and long-term individual, group, and family therapies.
Develop and facilitate support groups or special functions.
Address and facilitate advance directives and able to assist patient / family with completion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in relevant field
Minimum 1 year of experience
Certification in relevant specialty or field
BLS Certified
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and / or in a collaborative environment.
LI-FA1
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.
Job Status : Full time
Full time
Employee Type : Staff
Staff
Pay Grade : c105
c105