Medical Assistant | Orthopaedics - Float | Day Shift | Full-time

UF Health St. Johns; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health St. Johns seeks a flexible Medical Assistant to support patient care across Palm Coast, St. Augustine, and Nocatee locations, assisting physicians and care teams in a fast-paced orthopedic-adjacent environment.

Responsibilities include exam preparation, phlebotomy, vaccines, EHR documentation, scheduling, and ensuring infection control and OSHA guidelines are followed; strong communication and multitasking are essential to help patients return to what they love.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED.
• Graduate from approved Medical Assistant program.
• Less than one year - Medical Assistant experience required
• More than one year Medical Assistant experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs exam prep, point of care testing, vital signs, vaccines, phlebotomy, injections, and drug administration per physician orders.
• Maintains infection control and environmental standards, cleans rooms, and records sterilizer maintenance.
• Handles clerical tasks: medical records, prior authorizations, referrals, forms, insurance checks, and charting.
• Supports patient flow and communication, including scheduling, history taking, and relaying instructions.
• Adheres to OSHA guidelines and MA scope of practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Ambulatory health care

Conflict resolution

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

MA certification within 6 months

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Overview

Will float between St. Augustine, Nocatee, and Palm Coast Help patients get back to doing what they love! In this fluid, fast-paced orthopedic role, you'll support patient recovery across our Palm Coast, St. Augustine, and Nocatee locations, making a meaningful difference every day while collaborating with a team that values energy, problem-solving, and exceptional patient care.

A professional multi-skilled person dedicated to assisting in all aspects of medical practice including administrative and clinical procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical examination preparations, point of care testing, vital signs, vaccines, phlebotomy, drug administration including injections, prescription verification with physician's orders, minor surgery assists, and bio-hazard waste disposal.
• Fulfills environmental responsibilities including restocking and cleaning exam/procedure rooms to maintain infection control, cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities including sending/receiving patient medical records, prior authorizations, referral information, etc., completing forms/requisitions, verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics, and managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.
• Fulfills patient care responsibilities including scheduling and patient flow, assisting patients for exam preparation, collecting patient history, charting, and relaying instructions to patients.
• Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, quality control methods, and the MA scope of practice.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or a GED.
• Must be graduate from approved Medical Assistant program.
• Less than one year - Medical Assistant experience required
• More than one year Medical Assistant experience preferred

Necessary Skills

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of ambulatory health care or related health care fields.
• Skilled in conflict resolution.
• Ability to use computers.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Must obtain medical assistant certification within 6 months of date of hire/transfer into the position.
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association.