Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Support

Heart of Florida Health Center, Inc; Ocala, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of Florida Health Center, Inc. in Ocala, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care within a climate-controlled clinic environment.

You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, assist providers, and perform basic immunizations and lab draws as ordered. This role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, current BLS, 1–2 years MA experience, and Florida MA/CNA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification with hands-on skills verification.
• 1–2 years experience as a medical assistant in a medical setting.
• State of Florida MA/CNA certification preferred.
• Spanish fluency preferred; pediatric background preferred.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with physicians, staff and patients.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and maintain a respectful, courteous demeanor.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers during visits.
• Take and record vital signs and document in EMR.
• Perform immunizations, injections, and basic lab draws as ordered.
• Maintain supplies, equipment and inventory; assist with referrals.
• Follow infection control policies and HIPAA requirements.
• Participate in care team huddles and communicate effectively.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Pediatric support

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Florida MA/CNA Certification (preferred)

Job description

Heart of Florida Health Center, Inc. in Ocala, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care within a climate-controlled clinic environment.

You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, assist providers, and perform basic immunizations and lab draws as ordered. This role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, current BLS, 1–2 years MA experience, and Florida MA/CNA certification preferred.