Medical Assistant or LPN - Tampa

BayCare Health System; White Breast Township (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Yearly performance appraisals

Community discounts

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Iowa seeks a passionate Medical Assistant or LPN to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for patient histories, maintaining electronic medical records, and following up on lab test orders. Required qualifications include BLS certification and certification as a Medical Assistant or proof of active license. The role offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement while promoting a supportive community atmosphere.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification to be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical skills appropriate to position

Administrative and clerical skills

Customer service and critical thinking skills

Organizational and time management skills

Computer skills appropriate to position

Medical terminology use and understanding

Written and 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 (St. Josephs Womans)
• Status: Full Time (non-exempt)
• Shift: 8:00AM - 5:00PM 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

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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:
  • EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
  • 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