Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support

❤️HEART OF FLORIDA HEALTH CENTER; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of Florida Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support quality patient care within a clinic setting. The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and preferred Florida MA/CNA credentials.

Fluency in Spanish is desirable, with strong communication and teamwork to coordinate with physicians, staff, and patients. Responsibilities include room preparation, vital signs, EMR documentation, vaccines and lab work, inventory management, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS Certificate from nationally recognized organizations with hands-on skills verification.
• State of Florida MA/CNA Certification preferred.
• Spanish fluency is desirable, but not essential.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with physicians, patients, clinic and staff.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients professionally and maintains a respectful demeanor.
• Prepares examination and treatment rooms and assists providers.
• Performs vital signs and basic in-office procedures as ordered.
• Documents in EMR and tracks vaccines, lab samples, and inventory.
• Maintains equipment, supplies, and infection control practices.
• Performs CLIA-waived tests and assists with immunizations.
• Answers messages in the patient portal and coordinates referrals.
• Supports daily care team huddles and patient flow.

Skills

BLS Certification

Spanish (desirable)

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Heart of Florida Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support quality patient care within a clinic setting. The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and preferred Florida MA/CNA credentials.

Fluency in Spanish is desirable, with strong communication and teamwork to coordinate with physicians, staff, and patients. Responsibilities include room preparation, vital signs, EMR documentation, vaccines and lab work, inventory management, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant