Medical Assistant, Certified - Internal Medicine/ LOL

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Leadership development programs

Health, dental, vision benefits

Free virtual visits

Employer retirement match

4 weeks paid parental leave

PTO and flexible leave options

Fertility benefits

Adoption assistance

Backup care for children/elders/pets

Pet insurance

Job summary

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of a physician or APP in an ambulatory setting. The role supports the Internal Medicine department in Land O' Lakes, with schedule Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, and a focus on accurate data collection and patient preparation for exams.

Responsibilities include documenting treatments, assisting during examinations, coordinating scheduling and testing, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school (or verifiable applicable work experience in a patient care setting) required
• Maintains current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification and current certification by one of listed agencies within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Accountable to management for operational issues.
• Gathers patient data through interviews and observation.
• Assist patients and families with preparation for examination.
• Assists the physician or APP during examination and procedures.
• Documents treatments, procedures, and patient education according to policies.
• Enter orders into the EMR under the direction of a provider.
• Maintain compliance with Orlando Health policies and infection control standards.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school

American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification

CCMA CMA CMAC NCMA NRCMA ARMA RMA certification options

Job description

Position Summary

Performs patient care under the direction and supervision of the physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ambulatory care setting.

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health

Job Title: Medical Assistant, Certified

Schedule Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

Department: Internal Medicine

Location: Land O' Lakes, FL

Performs patient care under the direction and supervision of the physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in an ambulatory care setting.

Why is Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health your best place to work?

• Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.
• Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.
• Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.
• Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.

Education/Training

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an approved technical school (or verifiable applicable work experience in a patient care setting) required

Licensure/Certification

Maintains current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Certification -and- If hired after January 1, 2015, maintains current certification by one of the following agencies within 6 months of hire-

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by National Health career Association (NHA) (www.nhanow.com)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) (www.aama-ntl.org)
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)(www.amcaexams.com)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (www.ncctinc.com)
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) or Nationally Registered Certified Advanced Medical Assistant (NRCAMA) by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) (www.nahpusa.com)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Medical Technologists (AMT) (www.amt1.com)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) (www.arma-cert.org)
• Applicants with an accepted Medical Assistant certification or registration from an agency not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Essential Functions

• Accountable to the Assistant Nurse Manager, Nursing Operations Manager, or Practice Manager for operational issues.
• Supports and demonstrate effective and professional communication with patients and family members
• Works collaboratively with the administrative and operations staff.
• Gathers patient data through interviews and observation.
• Assist patients and families with preparation for examination.
• Assists the physician or APP during examination and procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice.
• Documents, treatments, procedures, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific policies.
• Assist the physician or APP by acting as a liaison on behalf of the patient to schedule, provide patient with scheduling information to obtain specialty testing, and/or specialty physician consultation.
• Processes incoming and outgoing calls in an independent and professional manner using sound clinical judgment.
• Enter medication, laboratory and diagnostic imaging orders into the electronic medical system under the direction of a provider
• Adheres and assures compliance with Orlando Health and department specific policy, procedures, value statements and Commitment to Excellent standards.
• Consistently demonstrates personal and patient safety practices and adherence to infection control standards outlined in Orlando Health policies.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and can assess data appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients on his or her assigned department and/or unit.
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Indicator activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of medical/legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Practices the efficient use of supplies.
• Assists business office as needed with reception, scheduling, and discharge of patients.

Orlando Health proudly embraces and honors the individuality of our team members. By sharing different ideas and perspectives and working together as a team, we are better able to relate to, care for and authentically serve our patients and families who make up the collective populations in our community. So, no matter who you are, what you believe or how you express yourself, you are welcome here.