Certified Medical Assistant Urgent Care

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support patient care and front-line operations. You will perform clerical tasks, assist clinicians, and help ensure accurate documentation and patient safety in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires High School Grad, completion of MA program or equivalent, and 1+ related experience. BLS certification and appropriate licensure are required.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv
• 1+ related work experience or graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with completion of externship
• 6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility (Preferred)
• Previous MA experience (Preferred)
• Previous urgent care / ED experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experience.
• Performs and documents all procedures and assessments legibly and in accordance with department policy.
• Assesses patients during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs, and evaluates for signs of abuse or neglect using age-specific guidelines.
• Administers treatments, medications, and follow-up assessments as ordered by the provider, verifying as needed, and responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations.
• Conducts diagnostic and occupational medicine testing, including EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus, and pulse oximetry, and completes forensic testing collections per DOT and state guidelines.
• Completes check-out duties and relays instructions and care information to patients or their families.
• Performs required Quality Control checklist to ensure patient safety.
• Follows CDC guidelines, infection prevention practices, uses PPE appropriately, performs hand washing according to policy, and adheres to safety regulations.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives.
• Trains newly hired clinical staff as needed.
• Provides excellent customer service to patients and visitors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical assistant knowledge

English communication

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Office equipment

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-Weekend (United States of America)

Address:

5390 Murrell Rd

City:

Rockledge

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32955

Job Description:

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

• For eligible applicants, up to $2500 Sign-on Bonus

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift:

Requires full availability weekdays 8am-8pm, and weekends 8am-5pm

A sample2-week schedule would look like this:

• Week A: Mon & Tues 8am-8pm, Fri 2pm-8pm, Sat 8am-5pm (the next day *Sunday* starts Week B)
• Week B: Sun 8am-5pm, Wed & Thurs 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-2pm (Sat/Sun off)

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• Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experience.
• Performs and documents all procedures and assessments legibly and in accordance with department policy.
• Assesses patients during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs, and evaluates for signs of abuse or neglect using age-specific guidelines.
• Administers treatments, medications, and follow-up assessments as ordered by the provider, verifying as needed, and responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations.
• Conducts diagnostic and occupational medicine testing, including EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus, and pulse oximetry, and completes forensic testing collections per DOT and state guidelines.
• Completes check-out duties and relays instructions and care information to patients or their families.
• Performs required Quality Control checklist to ensure patient safety.
• Follows CDC guidelines, infection prevention practices, uses PPE appropriately, performs hand washing according to policy, and adheres to safety regulations.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives.
• Trains newly hired clinical staff as needed.
• Provides excellent customer service to patients and visitors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of general medical assistant practices [Required]
• Demonstrated ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements [Required]
• Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax and scanner [Required]
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds [Required]
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment [Required]
• Strong critical thinking skills [Preferred]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ related work experience or graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with completion of externship [Required]
• 6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility [Preferred]
• Previous MA experience [Preferred]
• Previous urgent care / ED experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required] OR American Association Medical Assistants (CMA) [Required] OR Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) [Required] OR ARMA Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) [Required] OR AMT 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: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$17.28 - $27.65

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