Medical Assistant or LPN - Family Practice Lakeland

BayCare Health System; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a passionate Medical Assistant or LPN to provide outstanding patient care in Lakeland, FL. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with extensive training, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to grow in your career. Join a team dedicated to the health and well-being of the community.

Benefits

Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)

401(k) match and additional yearly contributions

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Year performance appraisal and team award bonus

Extensive training and mentorship

Community discounts

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• EMT or Paramedic certification can be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient examinations and procedures.
• Maintain patient electronic medical records (EMR).
• Follow up on test orders and report results.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Medical Record Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Approved Medical Assistant Certification

LPN License

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

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:** Fulltime

+ **Shift Hours:** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (May Vary)

+ **Shift Days:** Monday thru Friday

+ **Location:** Lakeland, FL

+ **Weekend Work:** None

+ **On Call:** No

+ Always in person

**Unlock your Career Potential:** **Join our Medical Group Team and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits!**

+ Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)

+ 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions

+ Paid Time Off

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Year performance appraisal and team award bonus

+ Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities

+ Community discounts and more

+ **AND** **the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!**

**Responsibilities:**

+ Assists providers with patient examination, procedures, and treatment.

+ 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 OSHA and CLIA regulations.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements:**

+ Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification.

+ Or EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) or NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician)

+ Or Paramedic

+ Or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

+ Required High School or Equivalent

+ Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

**Position** Medical Assistant or LPN - Family Practice Lakeland

**Location** Lakeland | Physician Practice - Med Office | Full Time

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