Medical Assistant or LPN - Fishhawk Primary Care

Baycare; Lithia (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k match

Performance bonus

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN for Fishhawk Primary Care in Lithia, FL. This full‑time role supports patient histories, routine labs, and EMR management to maintain quality care.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS, and CMA/CCMA or equivalent certification within 6 months; 2 years of medical assisting experience preferred. BayCare offers strong benefits and career growth in a large multi‑specialty network.

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Technical Medical Assistant certification.
• Experience: 2 years as Medical Assistant preferred.
• BLS certification required or ability to obtain.
• If not certified, obtain CMA/CCMA or equivalent within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform routine lab procedures.
• Prepare specimens for transport to the lab and follow up on orders.
• Create and maintain patient EMR and educate patients as needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and perform related duties.
• Assist clinicians and support daily office operations.

Skills

Customer service

Clinical skills

Time management

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Medical Assistant

Job description

Medical Assistant or LPN - Fishhawk Primary Care - 169252

Lithia:BC Med Group MPM Prim Car | Physician Practice - Med Office | Full Time

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.

• Location: Lithia, FL
• Status: Full Time (non-exempt)
• Shift: 8:00AM - 5:00PM (May Vary) 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