Medical Assistant Technician: Patient Care & Admin

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant Technician to provide patient care and perform clerical tasks in a physician practice setting.

The role includes assisting physicians during examinations and procedures, managing records, and coordinating scheduling and lab services. Strong communication and clinical skills are essential for delivering CARE values in daily practice.

Qualifications

• Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.
• High school diploma is required.
• Certification by professional bodies preferred; Life support certification may be required at unit level.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties: phones, greeting patients, updating and filing records, coding/insurance forms, scheduling, admissions and lab services, handling billing.
• Obtain authorization for ancillary and/or surgical procedures.
• Assist patients with post-op questions or concerns.
• Clinical duties: taking histories, preparing patients for examination, assisting physicians, collecting specimens, performing basic tests, drawing blood, taking ECGs.
• Bring patients into exam rooms and collect basic medical information; review histories and medications.
• Perform blood draws, ECGs, and other tests as needed.
• Clean and maintain exam rooms and ensure supplies are stocked.
• May perform advanced clinical duties under supervision.
• Demonstrate CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Expertise).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analyze and prioritize work

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

Instruction following

Judgment and independence

Technology and software literacy

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Medical Assistant Technician to provide patient care and perform clerical tasks in a physician practice setting.

The role includes assisting physicians during examinations and procedures, managing records, and coordinating scheduling and lab services. Strong communication and clinical skills are essential for delivering CARE values in daily practice.