Medical Assistant Urgent Care

Ascension Health; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental leave

Family benefits

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Ascension in Pensacola, FL is looking for a Medical Assistant to support an Urgent Care team. You will greet patients, take vitals, document medical histories, and assist providers during exams and procedures.

You will also update patients on test results, answer health questions, prepare treatment rooms, and handle referrals and prior authorizations to keep the patient journey smooth. Full-time, rotating shifts ensure coverage across the clinic's hours.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant credential from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) preferred.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the patient journey by greeting patients, taking vitals, collecting medical history, and proactively assisting providers during examinations and procedures.
• Provide clear, supportive follow-up by updating patients on test results and discussing health-related questions as directed by the provider.
• Maintain a safe and pristine environment by cleaning and preparing treatment rooms.
• Drive efficiency by managing critical administrative workflows, including charting, addressing patient questions, and processing referrals and prior authorizations.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL

• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Medical Group

• Department: Urgent Care

• Schedule: Rotating shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Manage the patient journey by greeting patients, taking vitals, collecting medical history, and proactively assisting providers during examinations and procedures.

• Provide clear, supportive follow-up by updating patients on test results and discussing health-related questions as directed by the provider.

• Maintain a safe and pristine environment by cleaning and preparing treatment rooms.

• Drive efficiency by managing critical administrative workflows, including charting, addressing patient questions, and processing referrals and prior authorizations.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.

• Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• 1 year of medical assistant experience.

• Medical assistant education and training.

• Schedule: 3 days a week and every other weekend. Clinic is open Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm and the weekend from 9am - 3pm.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 16.78

Max Salary 22.37