Medical Assistant/LPN - Gastroenterology

Baptist Health Care; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant/LPN for Gastroenterology. The role supports patient care management and administrative/clinical tasks under physician direction, with varied shifts and potential over 40 hours per week.

The Medical Assistant duties include clinical and administrative support, while the LPN role covers selected nursing acts under supervision. The posting emphasizes readiness for weather-related campus requirements and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program or military medical services training preferred.
• Must be certified/registered by day of hire with one of: AAMA, AMT, NCMA, NHA, NAHP-NRCMA, AMCA.
• BLS through American Heart Association within 30 days of employment/transfer.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical ethics, and patient education; effective communication; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care management and administrative/clinical procedures.
• Provide administrative/clinical assistance to physicians, mid-levels, nurses, and patients per treatment plan.
• Work under general supervision, across varying shifts, may involve extended hours or callbacks during emergencies.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Medical ethics

Communication skills

Administrative & clinical assisting

Basic computer skills

EKG knowledge

Blood pressure measurement

Education

High School Diploma

Medical assisting program graduate

LPN license (Florida)

Job description

Medical Assistant/LPN - Gastroenterology

Pensacola, FL, United States

Job Description

MEDICAL ASSISTANT:

The Medical Assistant assists with patient care management, executes administrative and clinical procedures. The Medical Assistant position provides exceptional medical care that meets each patient's physical, mental, and emotional needs. Provide administrative/clinical assistance to physicians/mid-level practitioners/nurses/patients while adhering to a prescribed treatment plan in accordance with established policies and procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The person in this position works under general supervision, is responsible for various shifts, may be subject to over 40 hours per week and/or callback as required, and may also be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

LPN:

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs selected nursing acts in the care of the ill, injured, or infirm patient under the direction of the Physician. The person in this position works under general supervision, is responsible for various shifts, may be subject to over 40 hours per week and/or callback as required, and may also be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Qualifications

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Successful completion of an accredited medical assisting program or Graduation from a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces preferred.
• Must be certified/registered by day of hire or transfer with one of the following: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Certified or American Medical Technologist (AMT) Registered with an Active Membership or NCMA National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) or National Health Career Association (NHA) or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP- NRCMA) or AMCA-American Medical Certification Association certification.
• BLS through American Heart Association is required within 30 days of employment/transfer.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical law, medical ethics, human relations and patient education. Skills and ability in administrative and clinical medical assisting. Must be able to communicate effectively through written and/or verbal communication. Basic Computer skills. Knowledge of and ability to perform EKGs and obtain accurate blood pressure readings.

LPN:

• Graduate of Practical Nursing program is required
• Current License as a LPN in the State of Florida. BLS through American Heart Association required.
• Ability to read and understand the English language. Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories. Knowledge of clinical and/or surgical operations and documentation. Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of appropriate procedures and standards for the administration of medications and patient care aids. Proficient with Computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills verbally and written

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 11012
• Job Category Clinical Support
• Posting Date 10/01/2026, 01:52 PM
• Locations 125 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL, 32503, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• FTE 1.0 FT