Medical Assistant Ortho Hand

Ascension Health; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Retirement plan (403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Health is hiring a Medical Assistant in Pensacola, FL, within the Ascension Sacred Heart Medical Group – Gulf Coast Ortho Specialist. The role supports patient flow, takes vitals, collects medical history and assists providers during examinations and procedures.

The position includes room preparation, charting, referrals, and prior authorizations, with a strong emphasis on patient communication and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Preferred CMA or MA certifications (AAMA, NCCT, AMT) and related registrations in FL; BMO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, take vitals, collect medical history, and assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Provide clear follow-up by updating patients on test results and answering health-related questions as directed by the provider.
• Maintain a clean, safe treatment environment and prepare rooms.
• Drive efficiency by managing administrative workflows, including charting, answering patient questions, referrals and prior authorizations.

Education

BLS Provider

CMA/RMA/AAMA certification

State of FL BMO Operator registration

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL

• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Medical Group - Gulf Coast Ortho Specialist

• Department: Ortho Hand

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Manage the patient journey by greeting patients, taking vitals, collecting medical history, and proactively assisting providers during examinations and procedures.

• Provide clear, supportive follow-up by updating patients on test results and discussing health-related questions as directed by the provider.

• Maintain a safe and pristine environment by cleaning and preparing treatment rooms.

• Drive efficiency by managing critical administrative workflows, including charting, addressing patient questions, and processing referrals and prior authorizations.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Preferred Credential(s):

• Certified Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Nat'l Medical Assistant (MA) Certification - CMA (Cert. Medical Assistant), RMA (Registered Medical Assistant)/AAMA Cert. (American Association of Medical Assistants). NCCT, AAMA, or AMT are acceptable certification sites. Completion of Basic Machine Operators (BMO) cert. preferred. Current registration with State of FL as a BMO Operator preferred.

• Medical Assistant.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• 1 year of medical assistant experience.
• Medical assistant education and training.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 16.78

Max Salary 22.37