Medical Assistant Certified - USFTGP Dermatology

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide essential clinical and clerical support under the supervision of healthcare professionals. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and a minimum of 3 months experience in a healthcare setting. This role involves patient interaction and administrative tasks vital for smooth operational flow.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of experience in a healthcare setting.
• License/Registration issued by Florida or a Compact State required.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical support, including patient rooming and assistance with medical procedures.
• Performs clerical duties such as obtaining referral notes and chart preparation.

Skills

Medical terminology

Basic clinical procedures

Electronic health records

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Under the general supervision of the department manager, medical staff, nursing staff, and Sr Medical Assistant/Lead Medical Assistant, the Certified Medical Assistant follows policies, procedures, and professional guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical and clerical support, such as patient rooming, assistance with medical procedures, cleaning of equipment, chart preparation, and obtaining referral notes, images, and lab results prior to patient visits.

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED - Required
• License/Registration - Issued by Florida or a Compact State
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or MA-ARMA
• Basic Life Support certification

Work Experience and Additional Information:

• Minimum of 3 months of experience in a healthcare setting

Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and basic clinical procedures
• Skill in drawing blood for laboratory testing and proper specimen handling
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems for documentation and retrieval of patient information
• Ability to perform clinical tasks, including patient rooming and equipment maintenance
• Ability to assist with medical procedures
• Competence in clerical duties such as answering phones, greeting patients, filing, faxing, and scanning documents
• Demonstrates all of the Medical Assistant KSA's