Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin Support

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc. is seeking a multi-skilled medical assistant to support administrative and clinical tasks under the supervision of a licensed physician in Jacksonville.

The role includes taking vital signs, preparing patients for care, documenting in EMR or paper records, and assisting with examinations and treatments. A CMA and BLS are required; high school diploma is needed.

Qualifications

• CMA certification required or within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at time of hire.
• Medical Terminology Certificate preferred at time of hire.
• MA program accreditation by NCCA or national/state medical association required/recognized.

Responsibilities

• Take patient's vital signs and prepare for provider care.
• Document entries in medical records with signature, date and time.
• Administer medications under physician supervision.
• Observe/report signs, collect routine lab specimens as directed.
• Administer basic first aid.
• Participate in performance improvement projects.
• Work as an active care team member in coordinating patient care.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical skills

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc. is seeking a multi-skilled medical assistant to support administrative and clinical tasks under the supervision of a licensed physician in Jacksonville.

The role includes taking vital signs, preparing patients for care, documenting in EMR or paper records, and assisting with examinations and treatments. A CMA and BLS are required; high school diploma is needed.