Pediatrics Medical Assistant — Clinical & Admin Support

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc. is seeking a professional medical assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed physician.

The role includes taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, documenting in medical records, assisting with procedures, administering medications, and contributing to care coordination and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1 year medical assistant experience preferred.
• 2–4 years clerical/customer service experience in healthcare preferred.
• 1 year experience with third party payors and data entry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take patient’s vital signs and prepare for provider care.
• Assist with patient examinations or treatments.
• Document all entries in the medical record with signature, date and time.
• Administer medication under the direct supervision of licensed physician.
• Observe and report patient signs or symptoms; collect routine lab specimens.
• Provide basic first aid.
• Participate in performance improvement projects.
• Act as an active care team member in coordinating patient care.
• Provide a standard of excellence in customer service for patients and staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical documentation

Patient care support

Administrative tasks

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Terminology Certificate

Job description

University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc. is seeking a professional medical assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed physician.

The role includes taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, documenting in medical records, assisting with procedures, administering medications, and contributing to care coordination and quality improvement initiatives.