Medical Assistant

Job summary

Collect patient histories, perform routine lab procedures, prepare specimens, follow up on test orders, and communicate results to providers and patients. Maintain patient education materials, medical equipment, clinical supplies, and electronic medical records while complying with applicable regulations.

Job details

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Medical Assistant or LPN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. BayCare’s top priority is the health and well-being of our communities as Tampa Bay's leading multi-specialty group with more than 600 providers practicing 45 specialties in over 175 outpatient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and west central Florida regions. Position Details Location: Morton Plant Mease Primary Care Jeffords Status: Full Time (non-exempt) Shift: 7:30AM - 4:30PM Monday through Friday BayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals. Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) Paid time off Tuition reimbursement 401k match and additional yearly contribution Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus Community discounts and more AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work! The Medical Assistant / LPN Is Responsible For Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical supplies Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR) Complies with all applicable regulatory agency regulations Performs other duties as assigned Required Certification and Licensure: BLS (Basic Life Support) and Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification Or one of the following: EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician); Paramedic LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) If you are not a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, NREMT, FL licensed EMT, FL licensed Paramedic or Florida Licensed Practical Nurse, and you are hired for this position, you acknowledge the requirement to obtain your Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA from AMT, NRMA or NRCMA), test within 90 days of employment and pass within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in termination of employment. Education Required High School or Equivalent Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills For Success Clinical skills appropriate to position Administrative and clerical skills Work independently and with a team Customer service and critical thinking skills Equipment use and maintenance appropriate for position Organizational and time management skills Computer skills appropriate to position Medical terminology use and understanding Written and verbal communication skills Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

What you’ll do

Collect patient histories, perform routine lab procedures, prepare specimens, follow up on test orders, and communicate results to providers and patients. Maintain patient education materials, medical equipment, clinical supplies, and electronic medical records while complying with applicable regulations.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and technical medical assistant education is preferred; two years of medical assistant experience is also preferred. BLS and an approved medical assistant certification are required within six months of hire, unless the candidate holds an accepted credential or license such as EMT, paramedic, or LPN.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) Match
• Additional Yearly 401(k) Contribution
• Yearly Performance Appraisals
• Team Award Bonus
• Community Discounts

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient History Taking
• Routine Laboratory Procedures
• Specimen Preparation
• Test Order Follow-Up
• Patient Education
• Electronic Medical Records
• Regulatory Compliance
• Clinical Skills
• Administrative and Clerical Skills
• Customer Service
• Critical Thinking
• Medical Equipment Maintenance
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Medical Terminology
• Written and Verbal Communication

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative

More jobs from BayCare Health System