Certified Medical Assistant - Jewett Orthopedic Institute, University

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team at the Jewett Orthopedic Institute. In this role, you will provide patient care, assist physicians, and ensure compliance with health standards. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package starting from day one, including medical, dental, vision, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

100% Paid Tuition and reimbursement

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant training or at least one year of relevant work experience.
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.
• Current certification or registration from recognized agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under physician's direction.
• Gathers patient data via interview and observation.
• Assists physicians during examinations and procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Clinical Judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training

Job description

Position Summary

One of the region’s largest orthopedic and sports medicine providers, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute’s world-class team of orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians specialize in conditions and injuries of the spine, hand, upper extremities, foot, ankle and lower extremities, as well as joint replacement, concussions, interventional pain management, bone health, and orthopedic trauma. The institute’s Downtown Complex consolidates orthopedic and spine care and features a 75-room orthopedic specialty hospital, 10 advanced OR suites, and a research center with a bio skills lab and 3D printer. Physicians lead a clinical research and education program. An adjacent pavilion includes a 63-exam-room outpatient clinic, imaging, physical therapy, and an ambulatory surgery center. The institute also collaborates with athletic teams and venues. Recognized for its workplace culture, it received Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work award.

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Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant performs patient care under the physician's direction and supervision of the lead nurse in an ambulatory care setting.

Benefits

Orlando Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (child, elder, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet and Car Insurance
• 100% Paid Tuition and tuition reimbursement with monthly payments for student debt
• All benefits start day one

Responsibilities

1. Accountable to the Assistant Nurse Manager, Nursing Operations Manager, or Practice Manager for operational issues.
2. Participates in quality initiatives, goal attainment, and clinical outcome improvements.
3. Supports professional communication with patients and families.
4. Collaborates with administrative and operations staff.
5. Gathers patient data via interview and observation.
6. Prepares patients and families for examinations.
7. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures.
8. Demonstrates competency in defined tasks and skills.
9. Provides routine treatments and administers approved medications.
10. Documents patient data, treatments, procedures, and education per policies.
11. Acts as a liaison for scheduling and specialty testing or consultations.
12. Handles calls professionally with sound clinical judgment.
13. Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and standards.
14. Practices safety and infection control standards.
15. Maintains punctual attendance per policies and standards.
16. Adheres to all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school or at least one year of relevant work experience.

Licensure/Certification

• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.
• Current certification or registration from one of the recognized agencies (list provided), or equivalent. Consideration given to other certifications on a case-by-case basis.

Experience

None required.