Medical Assistant

Florida Health Care Plans; Palm Coast (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Health Care Plans is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care, including vital signs and procedures, under supervision of a licensed physician and Practice Manager. The role includes clerical duties and participating in department education and quality improvement programs.

Candidates should have a Medical Assistant program, be eligible for certification within a year, and hold CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited school or one year previous Medical Assistant experience in a medical practice required.
• Current certification or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment through CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NRCMA (NAHP), NCMA (NCCT), or CCMA (NHA) required.
• Current Professional Rescuer CPR Certification (AHA or Red Cross) or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment required.
• Ability to provide care as evidenced by schooling or experience for patient as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care including vital signs, procedures and treatments under supervision of a licensed physician and Practice Manager.
• Performs assigned clerical duties and maintains department education and quality improvement programs.
• Demonstrates professional and caring image while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Skills

Typing 20 wpm

Customer service

Clear English communication

Professional demeanor under stress

Education

Medical Assistant Program

CMA/RMA/NAHP/NCMA/NHA certification within 1 year

CPR Certification (AHA or Red Cross)

Job description

Medical Assistant

Practice Management

Full-time

1st shift

Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant preforms direct patient care including vital signs, procedures and treatments under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physician and Practice Manager. Job responsibilities include: performing assigned clerical duties, maintaining and cooperating in department specific education, and quality improvement programs. Demonstrates a professional and caring image at all times while maintaining patient confidentiality. Adheres to the Florida Health Care Plans Policy and Procedures, practicing only within scope of education, training and/or experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, skills and experience:

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited school or one year previous Medical Assistant experience in a medical practice required.
• Current certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment through one of the following programs required: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NRCMA (NAHP), NCMA (NCCT), or CCMA (NHA).
• Current Professional Rescuer CPR Certification (only acceptable programs are American Heart Association and the American Red Cross) or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment required.
• Ability to provide care as evidenced by schooling or experience for patient as assigned.
• MED/SURG - Adult and geriatric patients in Primary Care Suites or Specialty Unit.
• PEDIATRICS- In Primary Care Suites or Specialty.
• Ability to type twenty (20) words per minute (wpm) is required.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Clear English communication skills, written and oral.
• Ability to remain professional when working under stressful situations.
• Scribing experience a plus.
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive to various facilities as needed.