Medical Assistant

HireTalent; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Medical Assistant II for a fast-paced outpatient clinic in Florida. You will provide clinical and administrative support, greet patients, document histories, and enter data into Athena EMR.

You’ll perform phlebotomy, vital signs, injections, and coordinate with the care team to ensure a positive patient experience. The role requires MA certification, CPR, phlebotomy expertise, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience using Athenahealth EMR in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in blood draws/phlebotomy required.
• 1-3 years of MA experience in back-office patient care.
• Active MA certification or state licensure (RMA/CMA).
• Current CPR certification.
• Less than 2 years in leadership roles.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume healthcare.
• Proficient with Outlook and basic computer apps.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to complete TB screening.
• Passion for high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for examinations and appointments.
• Enter patient histories and symptoms into Athena EMR.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Administer injections and medications as permitted.
• Perform diagnostic tests and phlebotomy procedures.
• Collect specimens and perform blood draws.
• Prepare and maintain examination rooms; sterilize equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and staff to ensure quality care.
• Maintain accurate records and support scheduling and clinic flow.
• Ensure privacy and compliance with clinic policies.

Skills

Athenahealth EMR

Phlebotomy

Patient care

CPR

Outlook

Communication

Teamwork

TB screening

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification/Registration

ARRT Certification

Tools

Athenahealth EMR

Outlook

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Medical Assistant II to provide both clinical and administrative support in a fast-paced outpatient healthcare setting. As the first point of contact for patients, this role plays a critical role in delivering exceptional patient care, supporting physicians and nurses, and ensuring a positive patient experience.
The ideal candidate has hands‑on clinical experience, strong phlebotomy skills, and experience working with the Athenahealth (Athena) EMR system.

Responsibilities

Clinical Support

• Greet and prepare patients for examinations and medical appointments
• Obtain and document patient histories, symptoms, and health information
• Accurately enter patient information into the Athena EMR system
• Measure and record vital signs
• Administer injections and medications as permitted by certification and state regulations
• Perform diagnostic testing and screenings
• Collect specimens and perform blood draws/phlebotomy procedures
• Prepare and maintain examination rooms
• Sterilize and clean medical equipment
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and clinical staff to support quality patient care

Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Assist with scheduling, patient flow, and clinic operations
• Utilize Microsoft Outlook and other office applications to support daily activities
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, procedures, and patient privacy standards
• Deliver exceptional customer service to patients and families

Required Qualifications

• Experience with Athenahealth (Athena) EMR
• Must be proficient in blood draws/phlebotomy
• 1-3 years of Medical Assistant experience in a back-office direct patient care environment
• Active Medical Assistant certification or applicable state licensure (RMA/CMA)
• Current CPR certification
• Less than 2 years of professional leadership experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume healthcare environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and basic computer applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a healthcare team
• Ability to successfully complete required Tuberculosis (TB) screening
• Passion for delivering outstanding patient care and improving patient experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual communication skills
• Hands‑on professional phlebotomy experience
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Experience with HEDIS measures and quality programs
• Active Medical Assistant Certification or Registration through:
  • American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
  • American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
  • National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
  • American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Active ARRT (Radiologic Technologist) certification/license