Medical Assistant or LPN - Bradenton

Baycare; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k match

Yearly performance appraisals and team

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare in Bradenton is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and service. The role supports a busy multi-specialty practice, collaborates with providers, and helps keep patient records accurate and up to date in the EMR.

You will handle histories, routine labs, specimen preparation, follow up on test orders, and education materials, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Technical Medical Assistant training.
• BLS certification required or in progress; CMA/CCMA or equivalent within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories, perform routine lab procedures and prepare specimens.
• Follow up on test orders and report results to provider and patient; provide patient education materials.
• Create and maintain patient EMR and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain medical equipment and order clinical supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical skills

Administrative skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Equipment maintenance

Time management

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical Medical Assistant

Job description

Medical Assistant or LPN - Bradenton - 138239

Description

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Medical Assistant or LPN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. BayCare’s top priority is the health and well-being of our communities as Tampa Bay's leading multi-specialty group with more than 600 providers practicing 45 specialties in over 175 outpatient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and west central Florida regions.

• Status: Full Time (non-exempt)
• Shift: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday

BayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals.

• Paid time off
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more

AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

The Medical Assistant / LPN is responsible for:

• Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab
• Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical supplies
• Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR)
• Complies with all applicable regulatory agency regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Certification and Licensure:

• BLS (Basic Life Support) and
• Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification
• Or one of the following:
• NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician);
• Paramedic
• LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

If you are not a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, NREMT, FL licensed EMT, FL licensed Paramedic or Florida Licensed Practical Nurse, and you are hired for this position, you acknowledge the requirement to obtain your Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA from AMT, NRMA or NRCMA), test within 90 days of employment and pass within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in termination of employment.

Education:

• Required High School or Equivalent
• Preferred Technical Medical Assistant

Experience:

• Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant

Skills for Success:

• Clinical skills appropriate to position
• Administrative and clerical skills
• Work independently and with a team
• Customer service and critical thinking skills
• Equipment use and maintenance appropriate for position
• Organizational and time management skills
• Computer skills appropriate to position
• Medical terminology use and understanding
• Written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled