Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care Office

Ascension Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality care to communities. This role offers the chance to assist in patient examinations and treatments, ensuring a smooth clinical environment. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll be part of a faith-based organization that values community service and employee well-being. Enjoy a supportive workplace that empowers you to make a positive impact while developing your skills in a thriving healthcare setting.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant certification required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and treatments under provider supervision.
• Perform clinical duties including vital signs measurement and patient interviews.
• Maintain treatment rooms and perform clerical tasks.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Clerical Duties

Clinical Duties

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Primary Care

+ **Schedule:** Full time days. Monday-Thursday from 8:00-5:00. Friday from 8:00-12:00

+ **Facility:** Sacred Heart Medical Group at 5 Points in Pace

+ **Location:** Pace, FL

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).

+ Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.

+ Perform select clinical duties.

+ Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.

+ Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.

+ Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.

+ Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.

+ Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

+ May document the provider's encounter with patients.

+ List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.

+ Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.

**Requirements**

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**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare to children and adults in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children's hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties, including cardiology, brain and spine, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics and cancer care.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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**E-Verify Statement**

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