Medical Assistant

Clinical Care Medical Centers; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Care Medical Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Arthritis Management provider in various locations including Lakeland. Responsibilities include pre-visit planning, ensuring patient records are prepared, and assisting with Health Risk Assessments.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and preferably experience as a Medical Assistant. Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High Diploma or equivalent required.
• Active, unrestricted Medical Assistant Certification from the State of Florida preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-visit planning 48 hours in advance.
• Ensure all vital signs are entered into the patient record.
• Assist primary care provider with Health Risk Assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

HIPAA regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completed accredited Medical Assistant program

Active Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Job description

Here at Clinical Care, we are looking for a Medical Assistant to support and float with the Arthritis Management provider at the following locations:

• Lakeland
• Winterhaven
• Plant City

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs pre-visit planning 48 hours in anticipation of patient visit to ensure a meaningful, high-quality experience.
• Ensures that all vital signs are entered into the patient record in preparation for the visit with the PCP and alerts the PCP with any abnormalities or patient comments that need to be addressed.
• Performs medication reconciliation on the day of the patient visit including over the counter medications and allergies.
• Assists the primary care provider with the completion of Health Risk Assessments.
• Ensures that all patient rooms are clean, organized and that any instrument needed for a particular visit is available for the PCP and or Specialist.
• Reviews all recommendations that the PCP has entered into the patient record and ensures that the patient has a clear understanding of all instructions prior to leaving the office and the importance of compliance with all recommended medications.
• Reviews at the end of each day with the PCP all patients that did not come for their established appointments to see the reason for the appointment and reschedule the appointment accordingly.
• Serves as an advocate to ensure patient compliance with preventive screenings and immunizations.
• Complies with HIPAA requirements for patient confidentiality.
• Ensures that all calls from patients and physicians are addressed daily by the PCP.
• Ensures that all patients have an outstanding patient experience and that all their medical needs have been met.
• Complies with regular attendance and hours of operations policy.
• Works in collaboration with the PCP on high-risk patients and other patients identified as needing additional support.
• Performs phlebotomy when assigned.
• Other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Experience And Required Skills

• High Diploma or equivalent required
• Active, unrestricted Medical Assistant Certification from the State of Florida preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Basic CPR certificate for both adults and children required.
• Minimum of 1 year as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Experience in executing treatments within scope of practice.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and have knowledge with computers, scanners, etc.
• Must have the ability to learn and practice office procedures, policies, and protocols.
• Required to have a command of the English and Spanish language and be proficient with grammar, spelling and verbal skills to communicate with patients, providers and staff in written and oral communication.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Clinical Care provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, citizenship status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.