Medical Assistant Radiation Oncology, Lynn Cancer Institute, $3,000 Bonus, FT, 8A-4:30P

Baptist Health South Florida; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Boca Raton. In this role, you will assist physicians with patient examinations, measure vital signs, and maintain patient records using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems. The ideal candidate will possess a compassionate demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, ensuring quality care for patients. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment while mentoring new medical assistants. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus up to $3,000

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have at least one required license/certification (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT, Paramedic).
• Effective communication and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in examinations and treatments of patients.
• Measure vital signs and record information on patients' charts.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Detail-oriented

Compassionate Demeanor

Ability to Work in Fast-paced Environment

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Training Program Certificate

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Systems

Computer Applications

Job description

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $3,000
Baptist Health South Florida, the region's largest not-for-profit healthcare organization with 12 hospitals, more than 28,000 employees, 4,500 physicians, and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities, and physician practices spanning across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, and Palm Beach counties, now includes Boca Raton Regional Hospital, an advanced tertiary medical center with 400 beds and is a recognized leader in Cardiovascular Care, Oncology, Women's Health, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine and the Neurosciences, all of which offer state-of-the-art diagnostic and imaging capabilities. Baptist Health has internationally renowned centers of excellence in cancer, cardiovascular care, orthopedics and sports medicine, and neurosciences. Baptist Health is supported by philanthropy and committed to its faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence.

Our mission, vision, and values make us who we are at Baptist Health and are at the center of everything we do. At Baptist Health, we positively impact the human experience for patients, employees, and physicians. Our success comes from a culture of quality and dedication that is instilled into every member of the Baptist Health family.

This year, and for 24 years, we've been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, based on employee feedback. We've also been recognized as one of America's Most Innovative Companies and People Magazine included us in 50 Companies That Care. Based on the U.S. News & World Report 2024-2025 Best Hospital Rankings, Baptist Health is the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida, with its hospitals and institutes earning 45 high-performing honors.

But really, the reason we're excited to come to work is the people.

Working together, we form personal connections with our colleagues that are stronger than most of us have experienced at other jobs. We develop caring relationships with our patients and their families that go beyond just delivering healthcare. After all, we know what it's like to be in their shoes. Many of us have been patients here and have had family members as patients here. We're committed to delivering quality care in the most compassionate way possible because we feel a personal stake in the outcomes. When it comes to caring for people, we're all in.

Description:

Works under the clinical supervision of the practice physician(s) and clinic supervisor/manager and is responsible for assisting the physicians in the practice. Assists in examination and treatment of patients, rooms patients and obtains information, measures vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, pulse oximeter, pain level, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts/Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Also collects and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Serves as a mentor and helps train new medical assistants regularly and consistently. Estimated pay range for this position is $17.53 - $24.90 / hour depending on experience.

Qualifications:

• Degrees: High School, Cert, GED, Trn, Exper.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Paramedic.
• AAMA Certified Medical Assistant.
• Emergency Medical Technician.
• Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Basic Life Support.
• Registered Medical Assistant.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must have at least one of the above required licenses/certifications (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT, Paramedic).
• Medical Assistants with a Certificate or Diploma of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program hired after 7/1/16 or foreign Medical Doctor with a foreign medical doctor diploma hired after 5/1/17 will have up to 6 months from start of employment with BHSF to obtain Medical Assistant Certification.
• Effective 11/3/17, a Foreign Medical Doctor with a Foreign Medical Doctor Diploma will no longer be qualified to be hired in the Medical Assistant role.
• BLS required for all.
• For Primary Care Practices, EKG and Phlebotomy Certifications are also required for employees with the CNA license only.
• CNA, LPN, EMT license must be from Florida.
• Must be a professional, organized detail-oriented team player with effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
• Possesses compassionate demeanor, excellent customer service skills and high ethical standards.
• HIPAA/OSHA compliance required.
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment efficiently.
• Proficient in computer applications and typing skills.
• Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Health Care regulatory guidelines and Medical Terminology a plus.

Minimum Required Experience: 1 year preferred.

EOE, including disability/vets