Certified Medical Assistant

Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Generous PTO

401(k) with employer contribution

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale area seeks a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant to support patients and providers in a high-volume ambulatory setting.

You will prepare rooms, take vitals, assist with procedures, administer injections, perform EKGs, and manage referrals while documenting in the EHR.

A CMA/RMA credential, ABHES/CAAHEP program, and BLS are required; familiarity with VFC/CHIRP/VOMS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Certified (CMA) or Registered (RMA) Medical Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited ABHES or CAAHEP Medical Assistant program.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Familiarity with VFC, CHIRP, and VOMS systems strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and stock exam rooms for patient care.
• Room patients, record vital signs, and communicate with providers.
• Assist providers with procedures and patient care as needed.
• Administer injections, perform EKGs, and coordinate referrals.
• Triage patient phone calls, review test results, manage pharmacy calls, and review medications.
• Document accurately in the EHR in a timely manner.
• Perform point-of-care lab testing and maintain CLIA compliance.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and external partners.
• Adhere to OSHA, CLIA, ADA, and VFC program requirements.

Skills

CMA/RMA certification

EHR documentation

CLIA compliance knowledge

VFC/CHIRP/VOMS familiarity

BLS certification

Education

ABHES or CAAHEP Medical Assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care, this is the work we do every day.

At Jane Pauley Community Health Center , every role is connected to something bigger. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we deliver integrated, whole-person care to individuals and families across Indiana, regardless of income or insurance status.

Our teams work at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact, supporting underserved populations while building a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and growth. Here, you are not just joining a workplace, you are becoming part of a mission that truly matters.

Our mission is simple yet powerful:to promote a healthy community through accessible, respectful, and integrated healthcaredelivered in partnership with local organizations and available to every individual and family, regardless of insurance status.

Come be part of a team that is changing lives every day.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionateCertified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) to join our team. This role is integral in supporting both patients and providers, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and compassionate care.

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Prepare and stock exam rooms to ensure readiness for patient care
• Room patients, check vital signs, and assess patient needs to communicate effectively with providers
• Assist providers with procedures and patient care as needed
• Administer injections, perform EKGs, and coordinate referrals
• Triage patient phone calls, review test results, manage pharmacy calls, and review medications
• Complete patient documentation accurately and in a timely manner within theElectronic Health Record (EHR)
• Perform point-of-care lab testing, prepare specimens, and maintain compliance withCLIA standards
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and external partners to support patient care and outcomes
• Ensure adherence to clinical standards includingOSHA, CLIA, ADA, and VFC program requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified (CMA) or Registered (RMA) Medical Assistant
• Graduate of an accreditedABHES or CAAHEP Medical Assistant program
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• American Heart Association BLS certificationrequired
• Knowledge of standard clinical, lab, and medical procedures
• Computer literacy and accurate data entry skills required
• Familiarity withVFC, CHIRP, and VOMS systemsstrongly preferred
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven work that directly impacts access to care across our communities
• Robust benefits package (medical, dental, vision) designed to support you and your family
• Generous PTO because we believe caring for others starts with caring for yourself
• 401(k) with employer contribution to help you plan for what’s ahead
• Life and disability coverage for peace of mind

Here, you are not just filling a role—you are helping shape healthier communities and advancing equitable care every day!

As set forth in Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.