Medical Assistant Brain Inst. (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Sunset Corners (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Brain Institute Administration. You will assist with frontline duties, take vital signs, document patient information in EMR, and help with clerical tasks while ensuring infection control and patient comfort.

The role requires strong communication, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, basic computer skills, and maintaining high standards of patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• MA diploma/certificate with ≥5 years MA experience or MA certification with ≥3 years experience
• BLS through American Heart Association in good standing
• High school education preferred; bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with front desk coverage and explain procedures to parents; confirm appointments.
• Document vitals and intake in EMR; maintain infection control and patient room readiness.
• Perform clerical duties: referrals, scanning, filing, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer skills

Math skills for conversions

Interpersonal skills

Patient management

Education

Medical Assistant diploma/certificate

Nursing degree (optional)

MA certification (optional)

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

Assists in the examination and treatment of patients and performs miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Responsible for various clinical and clerical duties.

Job Specific Duties

• Assists with front desk coverage and contacts parents to explain procedures (EEG, Sleep Lab) and confirm appointments. Confirms multidisciplinary clinic appointments.
• Communicates all significant changes (ex. seizure) in patient conditions or behavior to ARNP and physicians.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms utilizing gloves, masks, and appropriate equipment; follows infection control protocols during clinic in disinfecting/preparing patient room before each use.
• Maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. When equipment is not functioning, takes proper actions - labels machines, notifies clinician and places maintenance work order for patient safety.
• Performs and documents vital signs (i.e., temperature, B/P, Resp., etc.) and measurements (i.e., height, weight, head circumference etc.).
• Performs intake and documents any allergies, medication, and current presentation in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Documents, within the scope of practice, all electronic medical record (EMR) meaningful use required fields in an effort to optimize utilization.
• Conducts the Environment of Care rounds as assigned to ensure that clinical area meets inspection requirements of regulatory and accrediting agencies/bodies.
• Performs other clerical duties such as obtaining referrals, copying, scanning, filing, faxing and working on special projects as assigned by clinic coordinators and/or manager/director.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program and at least 5 years of Medical Assistant experience
  (OR) Medical Assistant/Nursing degree from an accredited program and at least 5 years of Medical Assistant experience
  (OR) Medical Assistant Certification maintained active and in good standing throughout employment and at least 3 years of Medical Assistant experience employment
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Bilingual - English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Accuracy with calculating percentages for conversion.
• Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Department: BRAIN INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATION-2100-714030

Job Status: Professional