Medical Assistant II (Orthopedics, Melbourne)

NemoursCareerSite; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Melbourne, Florida seeks a compassionate Medical Assistant II to support our Central Florida Orthopedics team. You will help coordinate patient visits, assist with examinations, and ensure smooth flow of care for pediatric patients.

This role may require travel to other Nemours locations based on needs. This role demands teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of experience.
• Certified CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA or NRCMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for visits by collecting vital signs and histories.
• Assist providers during examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines under provider direction.
• Collect specimens and perform basic laboratory testing.
• Document patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient flow to ensure efficient, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families using approved materials.
• Create a comforting environment for children and caregivers.
• Maintain exam rooms and infection prevention standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care team members.
• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Medical Assistant II to join our Central Florida Orthopedics team in Melbourne, FL.

As part of our pediatric specialty care team, you'll help provide comprehensive, family-centered care for children and adolescents. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside physicians and other care team members in a collaborative clinical environment, supporting patients and families throughout their care experience. Travel to other Nemours Children’s locations may be required based on operational needs.

As a Medical Assistant III, you'll be an important member of the care team and a key liaison between patients and families, providers, and other clinical staff. You'll help coordinate patient flow, collect and document clinical information, prepare patients for visits, and ensure providers have the information they need to deliver high-quality care.

You'll also assist with clinical procedures and other patient care activities within the scope of the Medical Assistant III role, following established protocols and provider direction. If you enjoy working with children and families, value teamwork, and are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pediatric specialty care, you'll find a rewarding environment to grow your career at Nemours Children's.

Why join us?

We are committed to creating the healthiest generations of children. That begins with investing in our people.

The well-being of our associates is the foundation of our Whole Child Health approach. Through seven dimensions of wellness — from physical and emotional well-being to financial health — we are committed to becoming the healthiest workforce. By supporting our associates, we empower them to provide exceptional care for children and families every day.

For more than 85 years, Nemours Children's has been backed by the strength and stability of the Nemours Foundation, allowing us to continually invest in our people, programs, technology, and communities. As one of the nation's leading pediatric health systems, we're expanding access to world-class pediatric care while creating opportunities for associates to learn, grow, and build rewarding careers.

If you're passionate about caring for children, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, embrace new challenges, and want to be part of an organization focused on growth and innovation, you'll find a place to flourish at Nemours Children's.

What You'll Do

As a Medical Assistant II, you'll play an important role in creating a positive experience for patients and families while supporting providers in delivering exceptional pediatric care. Serving as a key member of the care team, you will help coordinate patient visits, assist with clinical procedures, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout the practice.

Responsibilities include:

• Welcome and prepare patients for their visit by collecting vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information.
• Assist providers during examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines under provider direction and according to established protocols.
• Collect specimens, perform basic laboratory testing, and prepare equipment and examination rooms.
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient flow to promote efficient, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families using provider-approved materials and instructions.
• Help create a comforting, supportive environment for children and their caregivers.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness, infection prevention standards, and medical equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to deliver safe, compassionate, relationship-based care.
• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties within the scope of the Medical Assistant II role and organizational policies.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum one (1) year of experience.
• Advanced clinical and administrative skills.
• Acceptable certifications are Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) and Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) andNationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)
• Travel to other locations required.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Ability to mentor and train new Medical Assistants
• Experience using electronic medical record systems
• Computer proficiencyAbility to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Flexibility to work daytime hours based on staffing needs

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM with travel to other locations as required.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision– Four levels of medical coverage are available, including fertility care and prescription drugs for associates and their families.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)– PTO will accrue according to your role and length of service. There are six paid holidays annually, and one day of paid volunteer time off.
• Paid Parental Leave– New parents receive six weeks of paid leave at 100% of pay.
• Tuition Reimbursement– Reimbursement available on approved courses to a maximum of $5,250.
• Retirement Savings Plan– There is a 403(b) plan with immediate participation and matching contributions.
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance– Basic Life Insurance is paid equal to one time your annual salary, up to a maximum of $500,000.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability– All associates are automatically covered by our short-term disability coverage with income protection for disabilities caused by illness, accident or injury that are not work-related, at 60% of your salary.

Every interaction has the power to make a child feel safer, healthier, and cared for. At Nemours Children's, you'll join a collaborative team that's committed to helping children thrive while supporting your own personal and professional growth.