Medical Assistant

North Pinellas Children's Medical Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Job summary

Children’s Medical Center in Tampa, FL, is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to support clinicians and care teams in a fast-paced pediatric practice. The role covers clinical tasks and administrative duties to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality patient care.

Evening and weekend shifts rotate, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified/Registered Medical Assistant.
• 1–2 years of medical field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams; obtain and document vital signs.
• Update medical records, including medications, allergies, pharmacy, and visit reason.
• Perform standing orders and assist with clinical procedures (labs, immunizations, screenings, treatments, etc.).
• Support providers during exams and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care, referrals, and follow-up (including no-shows).
• Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, and preventive health.
• Ensure accurate documentation and maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Computer proficiency

Documentation

Professionalism

Independent work

Team collaboration

Diversity respect

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant

1-2 years medical experience (preferred)

Job description

Children’s Medical Center is a fast-paced general pediatric practice proudly serving our community for over 30 years, with four convenient locations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a 401(k) with profit sharing after one year. We are committed to growth and offer advancement opportunities within the organization.

We are seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join our Patient-Centered Medical Home team. This role provides clinical and administrative support to providers, patients, and care team members to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality patient care. Evening and weekend shifts are required on a rotating basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for exams; obtain and document vital signs.
• Update medical records, including medications, allergies, pharmacy, and visit reason.
• Perform standing orders and assist with clinical procedures (labs, immunizations, screenings, treatments, etc.).
• Support providers during exams and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care, referrals, and follow-up (including no-shows).
• Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, and preventive health.
• Ensure accurate documentation and maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong communication, customer service, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in computer systems, phone communication, and documentation.
• Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and respect for diverse populations.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification: Certified/Registered Medical Assistant.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in the medical field preferred.

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and other factors.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace.