Medical Assistant

Orlando Health, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF program

Leadership development

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Well-being programs

Retirement match

Parental leave

PTO

Flexible leave

Fertility benefits

Adoption assistance

Backup care

Pet insurance

Job summary

Orlando Health Digestive Health Insitute is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care under the supervision of a physician or APP in an ambulatory GI setting.

The schedule is Monday–Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm and Friday 7:00am–12:00pm, with responsibilities including data gathering, exam preparation, and assisting the physician. Requires MA training and BLS certification; several credential options are listed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school (or verifiable applicable work experience).
• Maintains current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification -and- within 6 months of hire to maintain one of the listed certifications.

Responsibilities

• Accountable to the Assistant Nurse Manager or Practice Manager for operational issues.
• Gathers patient data through interviews and observation.
• Assists patients and families with preparation for examination.
• Assists physician or APP during examination and procedures.
• Documents treatments and education according to policies.
• Assists with scheduling and communication to obtain tests or consultations.
• Enter orders into the EMR under provider direction.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices.

Education

Medical Assistant training from approved technical school

American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification

Job description

Orlando Health Digestive Health Insitute

Position Summary

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Schedule Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm & Friday 7:00am - 12pm

Department: GI

Location: 38135 Market Square Drive ZH

Position Summary: Performs patient care under the direction and supervision of the physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ambulatory care setting.

Why is Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health your best place to work?

• Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.
• Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.
• Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.
• Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Accountable to the Assistant Nurse Manager, Nursing Operations Manager, or Practice Manager for operational issues.
• Supports and demonstrate effective and professional communication with patients and family members
• Works collaboratively with the administrative and operations staff.
• Gathers patient data through interviews and observation.
• Assist patients and families with preparation for examination.
• Assists the physician or APP during examination and procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice.
• Documents, treatments, procedures, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific policies.
• Assist the physician or APP by acting as a liaison on behalf of the patient to schedule, provide patient with scheduling information to obtain specialty testing, and/or specialty physician consultation.
• Processes incoming and outgoing calls in an independent and professional manner using sound clinical judgment.
• Enter medication, laboratory and diagnostic imaging orders into the electronic medical system under the direction of a provider
• Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellent standards.
• Consistently demonstrates personal and patient safety practices and adherence to infection control standards outlined in Orlando Health policies.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and can assess data appropriate to the age‑specific needs of the patients on his or her assigned department and/or unit.
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Indicator activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of medical/legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Practices the efficient use of supplies.
• Assists business office as needed with reception, scheduling, and discharge of patients.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school (or verifiable applicable work experience in a patient care setting) required
• Maintains current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification -and-
• If hired after January 1, 2015, maintains current certification by one of the following agencies within 6 months of hire-
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by National Health Career Association (NHA) (com)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) (aama-ntl.org)
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) (com)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (com)
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) or Nationally Registered Certified Advanced Medical Assistant (NRCAMA) by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) (com)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Medical Technologists (AMT) (com)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) (arma-cert.org)