Medical Assistant

Suncoast Skin Solutions; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Suncoast Skin Solutions in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a Full-time Medical Assistant to support the provider in delivering compassionate patient care. You will maintain exam rooms, assist with procedures, and perform clinical and administrative tasks in a fast-paced dermatology setting.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and teamwork, with attention to HIPAA and safety standards. Compensation ranges from $16.50 to $22.75 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; medical assistant diploma and certification preferred.
• Knowledgeable in EMR systems and basic computer programs.
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
• Assist with examinations and procedures, both invasive and non-invasive.
• Maintain infection control and aseptic technique.
• Screen and follow up on patient test results; log specimens.
• Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs) and maintain records.
• Assist in housekeeping and routine equipment maintenance.
• Coordinate with physicians and care team; adhere to Suncoast policies.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team player

Organized

Education

High school diploma or higher

Medical assistant diploma/certification preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description: To assist the Provider in providing the utmost direct/indirect quality care to patients with the end goal of making patients feel as if they are family.

Role and Responsibilities

Clinical and Administrative

• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas
• Assist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatments
• Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control
• Comply with quality assurance practices
• Screen and follow up on patients test results
• Collect and process specimens; log specimens
• Perform diagnostic tests if applicable
• Obtain patient medical history and vitals
• Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs)
• Maintain accurate medication records
• Recognize and respond to emergencies
• Call or enter in prescriptions per physicians orders
• Maintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samples
• Assist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areas
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators)
• Initiate and process prescription medication prior authorizations
• Demonstrate awareness of overall clinic operations and proactively assist where needed
• Assist teammates during high-volume clinic operations without requiring direction

Professional

• Demonstrates initiative and responsibility
• Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus
• Adheres to ethical principles
• Time Management
• Adapts to change
• Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education

Communication

• Recognizes and respects cultural diversity
• Adapt communication to individual’s ability to understand
• Uses medical terminology appropriately
• Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect
• Projects a professional manner and image
• Consistent attendance and punctuality
• Adherence to time clock procedures

Legal

• Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
• Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
• Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities
• Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook.
• Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA

Core Competencies

• Organized
• Punctual
• Takes initiative, proactive
• Team Player
• Flexible
• Calm under pressure
• Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity
• Analytical skills
• Clear and concise communication/Listening skills
• Follow through on commitments
• Openness to advice and constructive criticism
• Strong work ethic

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing/walking
• Occasional travel
• Multitasking
• Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation
• Extensive reading, writing, typing required
• Lifting to 25lbs
• Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment
• Transferring and positioning patients

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

High school diploma, AA degree or higher. Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

This is the compensation range for this position.

Compensation Range

$16.50 - $22.75 USD