Medical Assistant & Triage Specialist

Watson Clinic LLP; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic LLP is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient triage, medication administration, and patient education. The role requires documentation of medications and coordination within the physician's office to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include assisting physicians, handling medical office procedures, and maintaining clinic operations with an emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience in 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.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and evaluates patient needs by way of telephone triage.
• Administers medication including injections; documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physician as required.
• Identifies patient and family education needs and provides instruction.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations as appropriate.
• Adheres to Clinical Services policies and procedures when documenting information in patients' medical records.
• Facilitates the flow of patients to maintain the integrity of the physician's office.
• Assists the physician with medical office procedures.
• Maintain the integrity of the office.

Skills

Telephone triage

Medication administration

Patient education

Emergency response

Medical office documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Medical Assistant Certification within 90 days

Current BLS certification or within 90 days

Job description

Watson Clinic LLP is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient triage, medication administration, and patient education. The role requires documentation of medications and coordination within the physician's office to ensure smooth patient flow.

Responsibilities include assisting physicians, handling medical office procedures, and maintaining clinic operations with an emphasis on safety and accuracy.