Medical Assistant/Lab FLOAT

Pediatric Associates; Palmetto (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pediatric Associates is seeking a Medical Assistant/Lab FLOAT to provide quality patient care and laboratory support across various locations. The role involves performing lab tests, assisting clinicians, and managing patient information in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have medical assistant certification and experience in healthcare settings. Competitive salary plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus offered.

Benefits

Signing Bonus of $3,000

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting required.
• MA Diploma/Certification required or at least 3 years MA experience.
• Active BLS certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing procedures including phlebotomy.
• Supports clinician in assessing and managing pediatric patients.
• Handles patient intake vitals and documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory quality control requirements

Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to assess emergencies

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Coral Gables by the Mile , Palmetto Bay, West Kendall and Coral Gable
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Days

Pediatric Associates was founded in Hollywood, FL in 1955. The sameclinician-led, evidence-based, medical home passion is a unifyingdriver for those who joinPediatric Associates Family ofCompanies. The Pediatric Associates Family of Companies is agrowingteam of Pediatricians and Pediatric Care Teammates who areexcited to be part of the first nationwide Pediatric Primary CareMedical Home. We further our uniqueness by ensuring the clinicianvoice is leading our medical homeinnovations.

Medical Assistant/Lab FLOAT!!! $3,000 Sign On Bonus!!!!

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Floater will perform quality team-based patient care under the direct supervision of a clinician for both clinical and administrative functions to promote health and wellness in a safe and friendly environment. Supports clinician and care management teams in assessing, maintaining chronic disease management, examining, and treating pediatric patient population. The Laboratory Medical Assistant Floater is responsible for performing all laboratory testing procedures and phlebotomy, including venipuncture, finger sticks, and heel sticks. This floating employee will be working in various offices to support in either the MA role or dedicated Lab station.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list may not include all the duties that may be assigned.

• Performs laboratory testing procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology and Spirometry.
• Reports laboratory results to a healthcare clinician. Alerts the healthcare clinician of any critical or out-of-range values and documents critical reports.
• Performs phlebotomy, including venipuncture, finger sticks, and heel sticks.
• Prepares specimens for reference lab send-outs, including labeling, resulting, and billing information.
• Performs and documents daily/weekly/monthly quality control, including instrument maintenance.
• Perform and document the patient’s intake vitals including but are limited to height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate; repeat and notify the clinician of any abnormal findings.
• Interview patient based on age appropriateness and/or specialty needs with accurate documentation and update medical records to include chief complaint, current medications with drug name, dosing, route, medication and food allergies with reaction and severity, vaccine, medical, surgical, family, social histories, any barriers to care and home status.
• Obtain necessary medical records, consultation notes, hospital inpatient and/or ED discharge records, diagnostic and laboratory results for clinician review, and treatment follow-up as needed.
• Prepares the patient for clinician examination, ensuring clinician orders are performed and accurately documented.
• Performs with clinician supervision and assists clinicians in necessary age-appropriate vision, hearing screenings, electrocardiograms with repeat as needed, suture removal, ear lavages, urine catheterization, ear piercing, wound care, specialty procedures, and emergency response with proper clinician supervision.
• Perform and document vaccine and medication reconciliation with patient and state registry; provide written vaccine information statements and education of patients/parents prior to vaccine and medication administration.
• Perform proper patient identifiers, buddy process validation as per policies, and perform proper vaccine and medication administration to include intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections with post-observation.
• Completes patient follow-up and tasks assigned to meet patient needs including but not limited to answering phones, handling correspondence, prescription refill requests, providing the clinician with necessary information as needed, obtaining medication preauthorization, assisting with patient referrals, patient form completion to include DME, therapy, school clearance, sports and medication forms, arrange home, hospital care, procedures and follow up appointments, etc.
• Able to travel, float, and adapt to a flexible location schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting required.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

• MA Diploma / Certification required OR a minimum of 3 years MA experience will commensurate Diploma / Certification requirement.
• Active BLS certification required.
• Active & valid drivers license required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of laboratory quality control requirements
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology
• Knowledge of universal precaution procedures in medical safety practices
• Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
• Ability to assess emergencies and act accordingly.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Operating computer
• Exposure to hazards
• Reach outward; reach above the shoulder.
• Manual Dexterity
• Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less.
• Sitting, walking, squatting, kneeling, or bending.

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Vision
• Sense of sound
• Sense of smell
• Sense of touch
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Adhere to all organizational information security policies and protect all sensitive information including but not limited to ePHI and PHI ( Protected Health Information) in accordance with organizational policy, Federal, State, and local regulations.

The Pediatric Associates Family of Companies an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.