Specialty Medical Assistant-Float

Brevard Health Alliance, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Specialty Medical Assistant-Float in Brevard County's Space Coast. This entry-level position offers a chance to make a significant impact in community health. You'll provide high-quality care, assist with clinical duties, and support a collaborative healthcare team. Enjoy competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance, while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Coverage

401K with Company Match

Generous Leave

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or related experience.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to different clinics and assist with patient examinations.
• Complete and verify patient charts, enter data into EMR.
• Assist with medication programs and maintain inventory.

Skills

Medical Terminology

BLS/CPR Certification

HIPAA Knowledge

EMR Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program Graduate

Associate Degree in Medical Assisting

National Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Specialty Medical Assistant-Float role at Brevard Health Alliance, Inc.

Come launch the next step in your career where America launched its Space Program. Brevard Health Alliance, Brevard County’s only Federally Qualified Health Center, is currently recruiting for a Specialty Medical Assistant-Float to join us in the heart of Brevard County’s Space Coast. Since 2005, our focus has been on putting the “community” in Community Health while delivering healthcare to more than 60,000 unique patients annually.

Brevard Health Alliance offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Coverage, a 401K with company match, generous leave, NHSC Loan Repayment, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, tuition assistance, professional development, and upward mobility opportunities.

We are expanding and growing. If you want a genuine opportunity to make a difference in primary care and community health, review the specifics and requirements below for the Specialty Medical Assistant-Float.

Position Summary

The Specialty Medical Assistant - Float provides high-quality care for diverse populations with acute and/or chronic illnesses in outpatient settings. They promote a safe environment, collect data, document accurately, follow policies and guidelines, and perform routine clinical and administrative duties to support the healthcare team. The role reports to the Manager of the area, with oversight by the Director of Clinical Operations or designee.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or an associate degree in Medical Assisting, or one-year verifiable related experience
• National Medical Assistant Certification or Registration, or one-year verifiable related experience
• Alternatively, two years of verifiable related experience as a Medical Assistant

Additional Qualifications

• Current BLS/CPR certification from AHA or Red Cross
• Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA, and basic clinical procedures
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Primary Responsibilities

• Travel to different clinics within the region as needed
• Complete and verify patient charts, enter data into EMR
• Prepare exam rooms, assist with patient examinations, record vital signs and histories
• Perform screening tests, assist with procedures, change dressings, perform first aid
• Conduct lab tests, EKGs, administer medications/vaccinations as directed
• Authorize drug refills, ensure equipment sterilization, maintain compliance with protocols
• Discharge patients, communicate with staff, collaborate with the team, participate in quality improvement
• Assist with medication programs, maintain inventory, ensure immunizations are up-to-date
• Serve as resource or preceptor if qualified, document accurately, perform quality controls
• Perform daily checks on equipment, stock supplies, check for expired items
• Recognize and intervene in disruptive behaviors, communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality
• Support Medical Home model, schedule specialty patients, conduct prior authorizations, gather patient information
• Answer calls, perform administrative duties, and participate in team goals

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare