Medical Assistant- Pediatric Multispecialty Office

KIDZ Medical Services; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

KIDZ Medical Services in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support pediatric providers in an office-based clinic on the St. Mary's Medical Center campus. Responsibilities include clinical and administrative tasks and frequent patient/parent interaction.

Qualified candidates will have an AA degree or related experience, current BLS, and familiarity with EHR systems; bilingual skills are a plus. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school or related experience.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHR software.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients by phone or in person and handles inquiries.
• Prepares patient charts and reviews medical history prior to visits.
• Directs patients to exam rooms and maintains orderly rooms.
• Records examinations, treatments, and test results in EMR.
• Assists providers during examinations and basic laboratory tasks.
• Performs triage and collects vital signs and histories.
• Handles specimen processing and prescription refills as directed.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Bilingual (English/Spanish/Creole)

Education

Associate's Degree (AA) or equivalent

6 months to 1 year related experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

EHR software

Job description

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Medical Assistant- Pediatric Multispecialty Office

Full Time Technical West Palm Beach, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1554

Exciting opportunity to join our Pediatric team located on the campus of St. Mary's Medical Center! We are seeking a full time Medical Assistant, Monday-Friday. This position is responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to pediatric providers in an office-based clinic setting. Involves frequent patient/parent interaction.

Exciting opportunity to join our Pediatric team located on the campus of St. Mary's Medical Center! We are seeking a full time Medical Assistant, Monday-Friday. This position is responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to pediatric providers in an office-based clinic setting. Involves frequent patient/parent interaction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets patients, in person or on the telephone; answers or refers inquiries.
• Prepares patient’s chart for the health care visit 1-2 days before. Including reviewing/recording past medical history, reason for visit/chief complaint, etc.
• Directs and/or accompanies patients to the examining room.
• Arranges/maintainsexamining room instruments, supplies, and equipmentorganized and stocked.
• Records patient examination, treatment, and test results.
• Assists health care providers during examinations.
• Performs full clinical intake/triage during patient’s visit – including recording vital signs, social history, family history, etc. in EMR.
• Performs basic laboratory tests on the premisesas needed.
• Responsible for assisting in processing of all specimens in accordance with established protocols.
• Authorizes drug refills as directed, telephones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Follows clinic workflow and provides feedback for adjustments to workflow as needed.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
• Follows, and enforces standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations.
• Maintains patient care information confidential.
• Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards.
• Enhances health care practice reputation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, OR six months to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required:
  • CMA (AAMA) Certified – not required but strongly preferred
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification -required
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with EHR software strongly preferred.
• Other skills required:
  • Phlebotomy and basic laboratory skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all times.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies.
  • Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures.
  • Able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Experience working in a pediatric setting strongly preferred
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish/creole) preferred
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and authorization processes
  • Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

JOB TYPE / WORK SCHEDULE:

• This is a full-time position, in-office position
• Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.