Medical Assistant

Metropolitan Charities, inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Charities, inc. in Tampa is seeking a Medical Assistant to deliver direct clinical support within a multidisciplinary community health setting.

You will perform intake, vital signs, and documentation while assisting with vaccinations, venipuncture, and basic care under physician orders. The role requires one year of experience with HIV/STD knowledge and a willingness to work across clinical areas, maintaining patient confidentiality and contributing to health education for diverse

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Pass fingerprinting and Level II background checks; E-Verify eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Cover a Provider in the LPN/Medical Assistant role at least two days per week.
• Perform medical intake: vital signs, history, risk assessments.
• Record symptoms, reactions, and treatment changes.
• Complete physician orders: venipuncture, medications, vaccinations, injectables.
• Document patient care accurately and timely per protocols.
• Provide health education counseling to patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per protocols.
• Review charts to ensure documentation is complete.
• Collaborate with METRO team to coordinate services.
• Assist in all clinical areas within scope of practice.

Skills

Medical terminology

Documentation protocols

Communication skills

Community resources knowledge

Professional boundaries

Independent & team work

Multi-tasking

Health promotion

EMR proficiency

Collaborative care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health / related field

MA certification

Tools

eClinical Works EMR

Job description

Statement of Purpose:

This position provides direct medical assistant services and procedures to patients; works as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient quality of life through competent medical intervention; and ensures all documentation is compliance with professional and legal standards for multi-site health center locations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Demonstrates knowledge of documentation protocols.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, medications, and accepted treatment practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of community resources and local referrals for HIV/HCV/STI and additional appropriate client-centered referrals preferred.
• Ability to recognize and adhere to professional boundaries and standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced and changing environment, and skilled at multi-tasking.
• Ability to apply principals of health promotion and disease prevention.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge including word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, and other software systems, including electronic medical records (experience with eClinical Works preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and deliver respectful, high-quality care to all patients in a community health setting across wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain valid Florida driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must pass necessary fingerprinting, Level II background checks and employment eligibility verification through the U. S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system, https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp

MA Primary Tasks/Responsibilities:

• A minimum of two days per week covering a Provider in the LPN/Medical Assistant role.
• Performs medical intake procedures including taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, and completing risk assessments.
• Records and reports symptoms, reactions, treatments and changes in patient’s conditions.
• Completes all physician orders including venipuncture lab draws, medication administration, vaccinations, injectables, etc.
• Documents all patient care in an accurate, timely, legible manner in compliance with Nursing Department protocols.
• Completes health education counseling for all patients.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and/or family in accordance with established protocols.
• Reviews charts of patients to ensure all necessary documentation is present, current, and complete to facilitate and triage visit.
• Collaborates with METRO team members to coordinate patient services.
• Utilize resources in a cost effective manner.
• Provides assistance in all clinical areas within scope of practice, as needed.

MA Education/Professional:

• Bachelor’s Degree in public health, social services or related field OR equivalent experience working in the field.
• A minimum 1 year of experience in the field and knowledge of HIV/STD infection, transmission and prevention; evidence-based interventions, with an understanding of health education principles and behaviors and familiarity with community resources.
• MA certification from accredited school OR equivalent experience/training.