Medical Asst Float PG

Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide basic patient care following established standards. Responsibilities include assisting providers, recording vitals, handling specimens, and coordinating referrals. Strong communication and CPT/ICD9 knowledge are valued.

Position is full-time in Naples, FL with standard office hours. Requires high school or GED and MA training or certification, plus BLS and EMR familiarity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant training or practical nursing training with practicum hours; OR MA certification; OR 1 year relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from Red Cross or AHA.
• Ability to take accurate patient vital signs and document.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, CPT/ICD9 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned and manages patient flow.
• Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms and observe/record reactions.
• Assist patients with walking, transfers, dressing, and specimens.
• Collect patient history including meds, allergies, symptoms.
• Provide care per provider; assist with procedures as needed.
• Document in EMR; relay instructions to patient/family.
• Answer calls/messages and liaise between patient and provider.
• Perform clerical duties like filing and scheduling.
• Handle lab specimens following safety guidelines and infection control.
• Utilize referrals process for physician referrals to specialists.

Skills

Communication

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

MA training/certification

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Windows

Job description

• LOCATION: 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Office

• DEPARTMENT: 68015 - NCHHG Float Staff
• LOCATION: 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Office

About Nch

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing basic care to patients following established standards and practices.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, which may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow.
• Escorting patients to exam/procedure rooms. Observes, records and reports patient observations and reactions to drugs and treatments to providers.
• Assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
• Collecting patient history including current medications, allergies, symptoms, etc.
• Provide patient care as directed by the provider; this may include screenings, treatments in accordance with established standards.
• Assisting providers with various procedures as needed.
• Documents in the Electronic Medical Record and relays information/instructions to patient/family. Documents all interventions, phone calls, patient/family responses, medication dispensed or prescribed, hospital data.
• Answering patient phone calls and messages, acting as a communication liaison between the patient and provider.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include filing or sending medical records to a patient or referral provider, appointment scheduling.
• Collection and handling of lab specimens following established standards and practices. Adhere to infection control safety guidelines, maintaining equipment, instruments, and stock supplies.
• Utilizes electronic referrals process to complete requested physician referrals to NCHMD specialists and ancillary services.

Education, Experience And Qualifications

• Minimum of High School or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant or practical nursing training program with documented clinical practicum hours; OR Medical Assistant certification; OR a minimum of one-year experience performing above duties in a medical office setting or medical capacity.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Verified ability to take accurate patient vital signs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively articulate and explain required information to patients.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD9 codes.
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows
• Knowledge of basic and specialty specific medical terminology.
• Capable of working under pressure in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions while maintaining a professional demeanor and control.