MEDICAL ASSISTANT SPECIALIST FLOAT - FULL TIME

Watson Clinic LLP; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic LLP in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in a busy office setting. Responsibilities include patient prep, assisting with procedures, medication administration, and accurate documentation of care.

Applicants should have a completed MA program or one year of MA experience, with MA certification and BLS to be obtained within 90 days. High standards for patient care and teamwork are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience.
• Certification as Medical Assistant must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Summons and prepares patient for office visit.
• Assists the physician with medical office procedures
• Administers medications, including injections, and documents given or prescribed meds.
• Adheres to nursing policies and documents in the patient’s medical record.
• Maintains office integrity and participates in care coordination as needed.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Medical Assistant Certification within 90 days

BLS certification within 90 days

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

• Summons and prepares patient for office visit.
• Assists the physician with medical office procedures
• Administers medication, including injections; documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physicians as required by specialty.
• Adheres to nursing policies and procedures when documenting information in patient's medical record.
• Maintains the integrity of the office
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining current certification in CPR
• Accepts responsibility for reading and referencing new policies and procedures and Nursing Update newsletters.
• Is an active member of the care team and may include additional duties related to care coordination.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year of Medical Assistant work experience within the last 2 years. Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Experience or training in a medical health care facility as a Medical Assistant.