Mid Level Medical Assistant Jobs
Mid level medical assistant jobs go to candidates ready to take ownership of patient workflows, mentor entry-level staff, and manage clinical responsibilities with limited day-to-day supervision. Most openings are on-site, with hiring concentrated across Science & Research, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services and employers like Houston Methodist, UCHealth, and Washington University in St. Louis competing for medical assistants at this level now.
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The University of Miami/UHealth Lennar Department has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant in Coral Gables, FL.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Assistant 2 performs multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The Medical Assistant 2 assists patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 2 provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and institutional policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.
The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA 2 to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The role provides care within the philosophy, mission, vision, and values, as well as within the policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing and the University of Miami. As a professional, monitors the quality of care provided and nurtures a compassionate and healing environment. The Medical Assistant 2 works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the Designee in charge of the Unit or Clinic to ensure a safe delivery of care that supports the UHealth mission.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Utilizes creative methods to support patient’s individual needs and respect patient’s spiritual beliefs, faith, and practices.
2. Establishes a trusting relationship by creating and maintaining a conducive climate for healing by being authentically present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts, providing emotional support.
3. Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members. Seeks assistance when needed.
4. Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings. Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills. Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
5. Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
6. Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
7. Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State, Federal, and University of Miami’s standards, guidelines, relevant statues, rules, and regulations. Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.
8. Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.
9. Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.
10. Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.
11. Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
12. Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.
13. Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique. Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
14. Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.
15. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant certificate of completion from a program or institute accredited by a regional or national accreditation agency, approved by the US Department of Education, or affiliated with an approved accrediting body. Work experience may be accepted in lieu of a Medical Assistant education certificate; however, a post-education Medical Assistant certification must be presented or obtained.
- Certification and Licensing: (Proof upon application):
- undefined
- Medical Assistant Certification (Any one of the Certifications below)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Certification from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)®
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (Certification from American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) (Certification from National Healthcare Association (NHA)
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) credential is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) obtained by the National Association for Health Professionals. (NAHP)
Experience:
- Minimum of 4 years of previous experience
Additional certificates of completion:
- Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
- HIV & AIDS Certificate: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continuing Education (CE) Certificate
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong, effective communication skills with patients, families, and the clinical team
- Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environments
- Demonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactively
- Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality
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.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffCurrent Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet .
The University of Miami/UHealth Lennar Department has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant in Coral Gables, FL.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Assistant 2 performs multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The Medical Assistant 2 assists patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 2 provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and institutional policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.
The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA 2 to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic. The incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The role provides care within the philosophy, mission, vision, and values, as well as within the policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing and the University of Miami. As a professional, monitors the quality of care provided and nurtures a compassionate and healing environment. The Medical Assistant 2 works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the Designee in charge of the Unit or Clinic to ensure a safe delivery of care that supports the UHealth mission.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Utilizes creative methods to support patient’s individual needs and respect patient’s spiritual beliefs, faith, and practices.
2. Establishes a trusting relationship by creating and maintaining a conducive climate for healing by being authentically present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts, providing emotional support.
3. Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members. Seeks assistance when needed.
4. Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings. Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills. Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.
5. Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.
6. Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
7. Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State, Federal, and University of Miami’s standards, guidelines, relevant statues, rules, and regulations. Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.
8. Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.
9. Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.
10. Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.
11. Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.
12. Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.
13. Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique. Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.
14. Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.
15. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant certificate of completion from a program or institute accredited by a regional or national accreditation agency, approved by the US Department of Education, or affiliated with an approved accrediting body. Work experience may be accepted in lieu of a Medical Assistant education certificate; however, a post-education Medical Assistant certification must be presented or obtained.
- Certification and Licensing: (Proof upon application):
- undefined
- Medical Assistant Certification (Any one of the Certifications below)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Certification from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)®
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (Certification from American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) (Certification from National Healthcare Association (NHA)
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) credential is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) obtained by the National Association for Health Professionals. (NAHP)
Experience:
- Minimum of 4 years of previous experience
Additional certificates of completion:
- Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
- HIV & AIDS Certificate: Florida HIV/AIDS Healthcare Professional Continuing Education (CE) Certificate
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong, effective communication skills with patients, families, and the clinical team
- Ability to adapt and exhibit flexibility to handle new, different, or changing environments
- Demonstrates strong time management skills to prioritize and act proactively
- Ability to uphold professional ethics and maintain patient confidentiality
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.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
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Mid Level Medical Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level medical assistant job?
Position yourself around ownership and consistency, not just task completion. Highlight clinical procedures you manage independently, any cross-functional coordination you handle, and measurable outcomes like patient throughput or error reduction. Tailor your resume to show depth in a specialty if you have it, whether phlebotomy, EHR systems, or chronic care management, and emphasize situations where you operated with minimal supervision.
Which companies hire mid level medical assistants?
Companies hiring mid level medical assistants right now include Houston Methodist, UCHealth, and Washington University in St. Louis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from multi-site physician groups, urgent care networks, and regional health systems that need staff who can work independently and stabilize patient flow without close oversight.
Are there remote mid level medical assistant jobs?
Yes, though clinical roles are predominantly on-site by nature. About 0% of mid level medical assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, prior authorizations, patient outreach, or telehealth support rather than hands-on clinical work. If remote is a priority, search specifically for care coordinator or telehealth medical assistant titles.
How do I move up to a mid level medical assistant role?
Moving from entry level to mid level means building depth, not just logging time. Focus on mastering a clinical specialty, taking ownership of a process like rooming workflows or referral coordination, and demonstrating you can handle patient interactions without prompting. Earning a specialty certification, cross-training in a second care setting, and showing measurable impact in your current role all signal readiness to move into mid level responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most mid level medical assistants?
Mid Level medical assistant roles concentrate in Science & Research, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on experienced staff who can maintain clinical quality and patient volume across busy, often understaffed care environments without constant physician oversight.