Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension Health; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-mProvided 403(b) retirement

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance and development

Employee assistance program

Parental leave and family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Pre-Surgery department in Pensacola, FL. This full-time role provides daytime shifts and requires compassionate patient care along with strong administrative skills.

You will measure vital signs, interview patients, prepare exam rooms, document encounters and orders, and support providers in exams and procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent and Medical Assistant certification are required, with BLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Measure vital signs and interview patients.
• Document provider-patient encounters and transcribe orders.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers or RNs with treatments.
• Handle front desk duties and patient communications.

Responsibilities

• Measure vital signs and prepare exam rooms for procedures.
• Document encounters, diagnoses, symptoms, follow-ups and prescriptions.
• Answer phones and maintain patient records and filing.
• Manage clinical supplies and inventory for the department.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient interviewing

Medical documentation

Administrative tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

BLS Certification

EMR documentation

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL

• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

• Department: Pre-Surgery

• Schedule: Days | Full-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Measure vital signs, interview patients, prepare exam rooms, and assist providers or RNs with clinical treatments and patient care.

• Document provider-patient encounters, list diagnoses, symptoms, follow-up instructions, and prescriptions, and transcribe lab, radiology, and medication orders.

• Perform core office duties including answering phones, maintaining patient records, filing, and managing daily administrative tasks.

• Maintain a clean, orderly clinical environment and manage inventory by ordering and stocking necessary medical supplies.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Medical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education OR experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• One year of front medical office experience

• Lab experience

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 17.69

Max Salary: 23.71