Medical Assistant Urgent Care

AdventHealth; Altamonte Springs (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for its urgent care facilities. This role is vital for providing excellent patient care and ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced environment. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for patient assessments, documentation, and assisting in clinical procedures, all while upholding the highest standards of customer service. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a supportive atmosphere for professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Up To $2,000 Sign On Bonus

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma and complete a Medical Assistant program.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients and performs a variety of patient care activities.
• Documents procedures and assessments as per policy.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Clinical Assessment

Documentation

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Tools

EKG

Spirometry

Audiometry

Pulse Oximetry

Job description

Medical Assistant Urgent Care - AdventHealth Centra Care

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Up To $2,000 Sign On Bonus

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Full time; Rotating schedule, two days on, two days off (Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm), split Fridays (usually 8am-2pm or 2pm-8pm), alternate weekends (required to work every other weekend, hours are 8am-5pm on Saturdays and Sundays), and some holidays.

Location: Apopka, Altamonte, Lake Mary, Winter Park, Longwood, Lee Road, Winter Park Ortho, Fairbanks Kids, Lake Mary Kids, Oviedo, Sanford.

The role you’ll contribute:

Reporting to the Practice Manager and under the supervision of the Providers, the Medical Assistant cares for patients and performs a wide variety of patient care activities. Adheres to state, federal and organizational guidelines to ensure quality care and patient safety with support from the Clinical Excellence team. Is essential in maintaining organization and facilitating patient flow. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth’s core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It.

• Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experience.

• Performs properly and legibly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy.

• Utilizing age-specific guidelines, assesses patient during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs. Assesses for signs of abuse or neglect.

• Performs and administers treatments, medications and any follow-up assessments ordered by the provider, verifying as needed. Responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations.

• Performs diagnostic and occupational medicine testing to include, but not limited to, EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus and pulse oximetry. Completes forensic testing collections in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Florida Drug Free Workplace Guidelines. This may include urine drug screens, blood/breath alcohol testing, oral fluids and hair testing.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with completion of externship or 1 year of related work experience or 6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

• Continued maintenance of BAT certification after hire

• Continued maintenance of Drug Screen Certification after hire

• Must be currently certified and maintain certification by one of the following:

• American Medical Certification Association (“AMCA”) for Clinical Medical Assistant Certification

• American Medical Technologists (“AMT”) for Registered Medical Assistant

• National Association for Health Professionals (“NAHP”) for Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant

• National Center for Competency Testing (“NCCT”) for National Certified Medical Assistant

• National Health Career Association (“NHA”) for Registered Clinical Medical Assistant

• American Allied Health (“AAH”) for Nationally Certified Medical Assistant

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant from National Performance Specialists (NPS)

• National Certification Medical Association (“NCMA”) for Registered Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist

• PARAMEDIC - Paramedic – Licensed State of Florida

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous urgent care / ED experience

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Patient Care

Organization: AdventHealth Centra Care

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25013828