Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Tenet Healthcare; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500

Comprehensive benefits

Career development

Job summary

Tenet Florida Physician Services is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians in a busy office. You will help with exams, patient education, triage, vitals, and documentation under supervision. EKG and phlebotomy may be required.

A sign-on bonus of $2,500 is offered for new hires. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program (or 3 years experience), MA certification from an approved body, and current BLS.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Education: Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program or 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Certification: Medical Assistant Certification (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, ARMA, or HPRUS) with 90 days to obtain.
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Experience: MA diploma or 3 years healthcare experience; preferred 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with daily operations of the physician's office.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and assist with patient care and education.
• Perform triage, monitor and record vitals.
• Perform EKG and Phlebotomy as applicable.
• Ensure accurate medical documentation of visits.
• Maintain friendly, courteous interactions with patients and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Triage

Vital signs

Medical records

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assisting Program diploma

3 years related experience

Tools

EKG

Phlebotomy

BLS certification

Scheduling software

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care as a Medical Assistant with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives,

At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

$2500 Sign on Bonus

Certified Medical Assistant to assist physician with the daily operations of the physician’s office. Maintains efficient patient flow and assists with patient care, i.e. exams, procedures and patient education under the direction and supervision of a physician. Performs triage, monitors and records vitals of all visiting patients. Ensures medical documentation of office visits. Assist with Office and scheduling coordinator in their absence (if necessary).

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with the daily operations of the physician’s office
• Maintains efficient patient flow and assists with patient care, i.e. exams, procedures and patient education under the direction and supervision of a physician
• Performs triage, monitors and records vitals of all visiting patient
• Perform EKG and Phlebotomy, as applicable
• Ensures medical documentation of office visits
• Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians and other personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful and considerate manner

Qualifications

Education:

Required: High school diploma or GED

Required: Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program OR three years of relevant work experience in lieu of completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program

Certification:

Required: Medical Assistant Certification required through one of the following; National Healthcare Association (NHA), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant by the American Medical Technologist (AMT), National Center for Competency Training (NCCT), the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), or Healthcare Professional Registry of the US (HPRUS) (Will allow 90 days to obtain certification)

Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience:

Required: Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school OR three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare setting in lieu of Medical Assistant diploma

Preferred: At least one year of relevant work experience

Sign on bonus is for new hires only!

Organization Description

The Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group (PBHN), also known as Tenet Florida Physician Services (TFPS), is comprised of hospitals and care centers, a large multi-specialty physician group, various ambulatory surgery centers and outpatient diagnostic facilities spanning Palm Beach County. We are the largest healthcare network in Palm Beach County and recognized for providing the highest quality healthcare, combining leading-edge health services with patient-centric care. With the greatest longevity in the community, along with hospitals and care centers that span the entirety of Palm Beach County, more patients trust PBHN than any other in the region.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.