Float Certified Medical Assistant Urgent Care

AdventHealth; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2000

Job summary

AdventHealth in Melbourne, FL is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our patient-focused team. You will support clinical operations, perform initial assessments, document vitals, and help patients navigate check-in procedures.

In this full-time day shift role, you will assist with treatments, prepare rooms, and ensure safety and infection control while delivering compassionate care to diverse patient populations across our clinics in Merritt Island and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ related work experience or completion of an accredited medical assistant program with externship.
• 6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility preferred.
• Previous MA or urgent care / ED experience preferred.
• BLS CPR certification required; CMA/CMAC/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA or PARA required (one of listed).

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical procedures and assessments per policy.
• Document patient information and vital signs.
• Administer treatments and medications as ordered.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and visitors.
• Participate in quality improvement and staff training.

Skills

General medical assisting

English communication

Office computer skills

Patient relations

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Copier/Fax/Scanner

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:

6345 N Wickham Rd

City:

Melbourne

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32940

Job Description

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

• For eligible applicants, up to $2000 Sign-on Bonus

Schedule

Full Time

Shift

Requires full availability weekdays 7:45am-8pm & weekends 7:45am-5pm.

Location:Will provide support to clinics between Titusville, Palm Bay, Cocoa, Melbourne, Merritt Island, & surrounding areas. Mileage support is provided.

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]
• American Association Medical Assistants (CMA) [Required] OR Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) [Required] OR 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] OR Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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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 Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.