Medical Assistant - Endocrinology

Upperline Health Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Upperline Health is seeking an Endocrinology Medical Assistant who delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in a value-based practice. The role is on-site in Altamonte.

You will room patients, take vital signs, perform point-of-care tests, assist with procedures, document in EHR, manage medication reconciliation, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience in endocrinology or chronic disease management is a plus.
• Certified MA certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, and basic pharmacology, including medication classifications, dosing ranges, and potential side effects.
• Ability to interpret provider documentation, orders and treatment plans.
• Previous experience with an EMR system, ideally AthenaHealth.
• Proficiency using Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office products is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for examination by recording vital signs, medical histories, and current medications.
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose, HbA1c) and document results.
• Assist providers with procedures such as injections and specimen collection.
• Administer medications and injections as directed (e.g., insulin, vitamin B12).
• Collect, label, and process laboratory specimens (urine, etc.).
• Educate patients on medication usage, glucose monitoring, and lifestyle modifications.
• Document clinical information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Perform thorough medication reconciliation at each patient encounter by reviewing all medications.
• Manage in-basket messages, prescription refill requests, and prior authorizations.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies commonly used by the provider.
• Identify barriers to care and elevate appropriately.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and daily clinic team huddles.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Time management

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

Athenahealth EMR

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

Upperline Health is a leading multispecialty care group delivering comprehensive, whole-person care in specialty settings. We meet patients where they are — providing convenient, affordable care close to home while addressing not just the immediate issue, but the full health picture behind it. Founded in 2017 to change the way specialty care is delivered, Upperline brings together physicians, advanced practice providers, and an integrated care team to focus on root causes, improve outcomes, and keep patients healthier for the long term.

Upperline, we do more than treat conditions. We deliver care that stays with you.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Competitivecompensation
• Generous comprehensive benefit options include medical, dental and vision, 401K and PTO
• Work Life Balance – Regular Weekday Clinic Hours
• Supportive interdisciplinary team

About the Endocrinology Medical Assistant Role

Upperline Healthis seeking an Endocrinology Medical Assistantwho offershighquality,patientcentered care in avalue-basedpractice.

In our patient-centered and outcome driven environment the Endocrinology Medical Assistantsupports patients in office with dutiesin-office such as rooming patients, obtaining medical history and taking vital signsas well as ensuring care beyond the moment bycoordinatingcare, supportingextended care teameffortsandconductingproactive outreach to improve outcomes and patient experience.

The ideal candidate is organized, patient-focused, and comfortable working at the top of their scope in a team-based care model.As Upperline continues to expand, this individual will be able to explore a wide range of career opportunities within the company.

Most importantly, candidates mustdemonstratecompassionfor patient needs, have great attention todetailand thrive in a collaborative environment.

This role will be on-site in our Altamonte office.

Endocrinology Medical Assistant Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for examination by recording vital signs, medical histories, and current medications
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose, HbA1c) and document results accurately
• Assist providers with procedures such as injections and specimen collection
• Administer medications and injections as directed (e.g., insulin, vitamin B12)
• Collect, label, and process laboratory specimens (urine, etc.)
• Educate patients on medication usage, glucose monitoring, and lifestyle modifications
• Accurately document clinical information in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Performs thorough andaccuratemedication reconciliation at each patient encounter by reviewing, verifying, andconsolidatingall prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, supplements, and herbal products
• Manage in-basket messages, prescription refill requests, and prior authorizations
• Prepare andmaintainequipment and supplies commonly used by theprovider
• Identifybarriers to care (transportation, medication access, health literacy) and elevate appropriately
• Participation in interdisciplinary team meetings& daily clinic team huddles
• Other related duties as deemed necessary by Upperline Health

Endocrinology Medical Assistant Qualifications

• Experience in endocrinology or chronic disease management is a plus
• Certified MA certification strongly preferred
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, and basic pharmacology, including medication classifications, common indications, dosing ranges, and potential side effects
• Ability to accurately interpret provider documentation, diagnostic orders, and treatment plans
• Previousexperience working in an EMR system–ideally,AthenaHealth
• Proficiencyusing Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office products is necessary
• Must have reliabletransportation, valid driver’s license and minimum staterequiredliability auto insurance
• Extremely strongcustomer-service orientation andwork ethic
• Comfort managing multiple tasks and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment
• Empathy, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure that each of your interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members is effective and meaningful

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate to compensation for similar positions in the region and based on prior training and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer

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