Medical Assistant Float

Baycare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k match and annual contribution

Performance bonuses

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN to join a multi-specialty physician practice in the Tampa Bay area. The role includes patient histories, lab procedures, EMR management, and delivering high-quality patient care.

The position requires travel to satellite locations within Hillsborough County, with mileage reimbursement and a $2.50/hour add-on when traveling. Shift is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday, at St Josephs Main and Childrens.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred technical Medical Assistant certification.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) within 30 days of hire;
• Approved Medical Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire date or active license/certification.
• If not certified, obtain CMA/CCMA/RMA etc. within 90 days and pass within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform routine lab procedures.
• Prepare specimens for transport to the lab.
• Follow up on test orders and report results to provider and patient.
• Maintain patient education materials and EMR records.
• Maintain medical equipment and order clinical supplies.
• Comply with regulatory agency regulations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical skills

Administrative and clerical skills

Independent work

Customer service

Equipment maintenance

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Tampa:St Josephs | Physician Practice - Med Office | Full Time

Description

BayCare is currently in search of our newestMedical Assistant orLPNwho is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. BayCare’s top priority is the health and well-being of our communities as Tampa Bay's leading multi-specialty group with more than 600 providers practicing 45 specialties in over 175 outpatient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and west central Florida regions.

• Location: St Josephs Main and Childrens
• Status: Full Time (non-exempt)
• Shift: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday
• Float Team: This Full Time positionwill require travel to satellite locations providing own transportation (submitted, approved mileage reimbursable) throughoutHillsborough County. Sometimes this is with minimal notice. To compensate for the travel expectations, you will receive an additional $2.50/hour above your base rate when working & mileage reimbursement.

BayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals.

• Paid time off
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more

AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

The Medical Assistant / LPN is responsible for:

• Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab
• Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical supplies
• Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR)
• Complies with all applicable regulatory agency regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Certification and Licensure:

• BLS (Basic Life Support) within 30 days of hire and
• Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification
• Or one of the following:
• NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician);
• Paramedic
• LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

If you are not a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, NREMT, FL licensed EMT, FL licensed Paramedic or Florida Licensed Practical Nurse, and you are hired for this position, you acknowledge the requirement to obtain your Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA from AMT, NRMA or NRCMA), test within 90 days of employment and pass within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in termination of employment.

Education:

• Required High School or Equivalent
• Preferred Technical Medical Assistant

Experience:

• Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant

Skills for Success:

• Clinical skills appropriate to position
• Administrative and clerical skills
• Work independently and with a team
• Customer service and critical thinking skills
• Equipment use and maintenance appropriate for position
• Organizational and time management skills
• Computer skills appropriate to position
• Medical terminology use and understanding
• Written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled