Medical Assistant I (PRN)

Premier Community Healthcare Grp.; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for community initiatives

Support for continuing education

Job summary

The Premier Community Healthcare Grp. is hiring a Medical Assistant I in New Port Richey, Florida. This role involves providing quality patient care, assisting in medical practice, and ensuring a top-notch patient experience.

The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited program, possess BLS certification, and display exceptional customer service skills. The position also requires effective communication and a commitment to the organization's mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program in Florida.
• Current BLS certification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient visits and ensure high patient satisfaction.
• Conduct lab duties and prepare specimens for testing.
• Perform rooming tasks: record medical history and take vital signs.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic medical terminology

Strong ethics

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Epic certification

Job description

Medical Assistant I (PRN)

Premier Community HealthCare Group – New Port Richey, Florida

About this Position

The Medical Assistant I provides quality patient care in a team‑based environment while assisting in all aspects of medical practice under direct supervision of a clinician. The role prepares and supports Premier Community HealthCare Group providers for patient visits and partners with providers and office support to deliver a best‑in‑class patient experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate patient visits, ensuring timely assistance and high patient satisfaction.
• Perform clerical duties such as sending/receiving patient medical records, authorizations, lab/X‑ray reports, and completing forms and requisitions.
• Conduct lab duties, including collection, logging, and preparation of specimens for testing.
• Execute rooming and wrap‑up tasks: recording medical history, taking vital signs, maintaining exam rooms, and cleaning/sterilizing reusable instruments.
• Manage medication duties: administration, logbook completion, and storage management.
• Perform procedural duties: EKG, spot vision, OAE test, etc.
• Follow PCHG policies and represent the organization’s mission in behavior, language, and actions.
• Identify and utilize clinic resources; coordinate with Clinical Lead, Director of Nursing, Director of Risk & Compliance, and training department as needed.
• Carry out tasks aligned with educational preparation.
• Attain and maintain competencies including lab draws, vaccine administration, and protocol‑based medication refills.
• Mentor new Care Team Members when requested.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times.
• Communicate disruptions that affect patient flow to keep care team informed.
• Participate in community give‑back initiatives and advocate for Premier’s mission.
• Support department goals and drive Quality Improvement / Quality Assurance (QI/QA).

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of medical terminology and documentation.
• Proficiency in patient care duties as assigned.
• Flexible work schedule adaptability.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Capacity to perform repetitive tasks.
• Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong ethics.
• Enthusiasm for the organization’s mission and vision.
• Exceptional customer service skills and empathy toward a diverse patient population.
• Effective verbal and written communication with multiple levels of the organization.
• Excellent grammar, spelling, and interpersonal skills.
• Honesty, ethical conduct, and confidentiality in all interactions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program in the State of Florida.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred: One year of experience in a medical clinic setting.
• Obtain and maintain Epic certification/annual compliance training throughout employment.
• Obtain and maintain Annual Skills Competencies.
• Strong phlebotomy skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The physical demands require the ability to lift 20 lbs. regularly and 30–50 lbs. occasionally, sit for long periods, travel to various health centers for coverage, frequent computer screen exposure, and possible exposure to contagious/infectious diseases. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Background Screening Requirement

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.