Medical Assistant

Talentify; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is hiring a Medical Assistant to perform direct patient care, taking vital signs, and assisting with procedures under physician supervision in Florida. The role includes clerical duties, educational activities, and quality improvement participation while upholding patient confidentiality and policy compliance.

Qualifications include completion of an accredited MA program or one year of MA experience, plus certification within a year (CMA/AMT/NAHP/NCCT/NCMA/CCMA) and CPR certification

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited school or one year MA experience in a medical practice.
• Current certification or ability to obtain CMA/AMT/NAHP/NCCT/NCMA/CCMA within one year.
• CPR certification through American Heart Association or Red Cross or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including vital signs, procedures and treatments under supervision of a licensed Physician and Practice Manager.
• Perform assigned clerical duties and participate in department education and quality improvement programs.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional image; adhere to Florida Health Care Plans policies and scope of education.

Skills

Customer service

English proficient

Typing 20 wpm

Education

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/AMT/NAHP/NCCT/NHA)

Job description

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.