Certified Medical Assistant

AdventHealth; Wauchula (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support daily clinic operations and patient care. You will assist physicians, prepare exam rooms, collect specimens, and help coordinate patient flow in a busy healthcare setting.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, CPR/BLS certification, and CMA/CMAC/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA or equivalent credentials. The role offers full-time day shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• 1+ year of related healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient flow and supports daily clinic operations.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures.
• Prepares exam rooms and collects specimens.
• Maintains infection prevention and quality standards.
• Provides direct patient care and coordinates with clinic staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Body substance isolation

Specimen collection

Phone skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual – English Spanish

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

533 Carlton St

City:

Wauchula

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33873

Job Description:

• Monitors physician schedules and organizes patient care to ensure timely visits. Serves as the point of contact for daily clinic operations, assessing and resolving issues or escalating them as needed.
• Supports relationship-based care and maintains accountability for organizational mission and core values.
• Conducts training sessions, reviews patient care protocols, and ensures compliance with infection prevention guidelines.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams to implement best practices and maintains high standards of care.
• Collects and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Rooms patients, takes vital signs, documents reasons for visits, patient history, and allergies, following nursing protocols.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures, maintaining open communication for quality care.
• Audits ordered tests to ensure timely receipt and follow-up of results for quality healthcare.
• Monitors nursing supplies, equipment functionality, and maintenance, reporting needs to leadership.
• Delegates duties to office staff, manages operational issues, and ensures adherence to clinic quality, regulatory, billing, and customer service standards.
• Works within the organizational framework to achieve hospital and departmental goals and objectives.
• Provides direct patient care and leads front-line staff in day-to-day clinical operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Vital signs [Required]
• Body substance isolation [Required]
• Specimen collection [Required]
• Phone skills and etiquette [Preferred]
• Organizational skills [Preferred]
• Bilingual – English Spanish [Preferred]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ year of related work experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• American Association Medical Assistants (CMA) [Required] OR Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) [Required] OR Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) [Required] OR National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) [Required] OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) [Required] OR Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$16.67 - $26.67

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.