Medical Assistant or LPN - Ortho Surgery

BayCare Health System; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant or LPN to join their team in Tampa. This role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth clinical operations. You will be responsible for managing patient histories, performing routine lab procedures, and maintaining electronic medical records. The organization values its employees and offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and tuition reimbursement. If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity could be your next step in a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match and additional yearly contribution

Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus

Community discounts

Qualifications

• Required BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient histories and routine lab procedures.
• Creates and maintains patient electronic medical records (EMR).
• Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider.

Skills

Clinical skills

Administrative skills

Customer service skills

Critical thinking skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Technical Medical Assistant

Job 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.

Position Details:

Location: Tampa, FL

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.

Benefits:

1. Health, Dental, Vision
2. Paid time off
3. Tuition reimbursement
4. 401k match and additional yearly contribution
5. Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
6. 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:

1. Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab
2. 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
3. Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR)
4. Complies with all applicable regulatory agency regulations
5. Performs other duties as assigned

Required Certification and Licensure:

1. BLS (Basic Life Support) within 30 days of hire
2. Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification
3. Or one of the following:
1. EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
2. NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician)
3. Paramedic
4. 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:

1. Required High School or Equivalent
2. Preferred Technical Medical Assistant

Experience:

1. Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant

Skills for Success:

1. Clinical skills appropriate to position
2. Administrative and clerical skills
3. Work independently and with a team
4. Customer service and critical thinking skills
5. Equipment use and maintenance appropriate for position
6. Organizational and time management skills
7. Computer skills appropriate to position
8. Medical terminology use and understanding
9. Written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position: Medical Assistant or LPN - Ortho Surgery

Location: Tampa | Physician Practice - Med Office | Full Time

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