Medical Assistant or LPN - Pediatric Residency MLK

BayCare Health System; St. Josephs Cove; On-site; CAD 53,854 - 76,530; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Yearly bonus

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN to join our team in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on delivering outstanding patient care, managing histories, labs, and EMR documentation while supporting clinical operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with tests, preparing specimens, and ensuring regulatory compliance. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• Must be able to obtain CMA/CCMA/RMA or equivalent within 6 months if not certified.
• Follows safety and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Take patient histories and perform routine lab procedures.
• Prepare specimens for transport to the lab and follow up on test orders.
• Maintain patient EMR and educate patients.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical skills

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Equipment use

Medical terminology

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Medical Assistant

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Medical Assistant or LPN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. BayCare’s top priority is the health and well‑being of our communities as Tampa Bay's leading multi‑specialty group with more than 600 providers practicing 45 specialties in over 175 outpatient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and west central Florida regions.

Position Details

• Location: Tampa, FL
• Status: Full Time (non‑exempt)
• Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (May vary) Monday through Friday

BayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more

The Medical Assistant / LPN Is Responsible For

• Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab
• Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical supplies
• Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR)
• Complies with all applicable regulatory agency regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required

Certification and Licensure:

• BLS (Basic Life Support) and
• Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification
• Or one of the following:
  • EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
  • NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician)
  • Paramedic
  • LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

If you are not a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, NREMT, FL licensed EMT, FL licensed Paramedic or Florida Licensed Practical Nurse, and you are hired for this position, you acknowledge the requirement to obtain your Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA from AMT, NRMA or NRCMA), test within 90 days of employment and pass within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in termination of employment.

Education

• Required: High School or Equivalent
• Preferred: Technical Medical Assistant

Experience

• Preferred: 2 years Medical Assistant

Skills For Success

• Clinical skills appropriate to position
• Administrative and clerical skills
• Work independently and with a team
• Customer service and critical thinking skills
• Equipment use and maintenance appropriate for position
• Organizational and time management skills
• Computer skills appropriate to position
• Medical terminology use and understanding
• Written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled