Medical Assistant/LPN - Specialty Float Pool

Andrews Institute

Pensacola (FL)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Andrews Institute in Pensacola, FL seeks a Medical Assistant/LPN for its Specialty Float Pool. The role supports patient care management, administrative tasks, and clinical procedures under supervision of physicians and nurses.

Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of an accredited medical assisting program or US Armed Forces training, and active certification/licensure in Florida or national certs with BLS.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Accredited medical assisting program or graduation from US Armed Forces medical services training preferred.
Must be certified/registered by day of hire with one of the listed national certs.
BLS through American Heart Association required within 30 days of employment/transfer.
Knowledge of anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, medical ethics, and patient education; able to perform EKGs and take accurate blood pressure.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care management and administrative/clinical procedures.
Provide care and assistance to physicians, mid-level practitioners, nurses, and patients per treatment plans and policies.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally; maintain patient records with basic computer skills.
May work various shifts and be subject to over 40 hours per week and callbacks; may be required on campus during weather events.

Skills

EKG knowledge

Blood pressure measurement

Medical terminology

Administrative support

Clinical medical assisting

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Accredited medical assisting program or US Armed Forces medical services training

LPN Practical Nursing diploma (Florida license)

Tools

AAMA Certified

AMT Registered

NCMA National Certification

NHA

NAHP-NRCMA

AMCA Certification

Job description

Medical Assistant/LPN - Specialty Float Pool

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

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