Medical Assistant
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-siteDade City, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Conduct clinical procedures including vital signs measurement, medication administration, immunizations, wound care, phlebotomy, and CLIA-waived lab testing. Perform diagnostic services such as EKGs, vision screenings, pulse oximetry, and spirometry while documenting patient history and clinical observations in the EMR. Assist providers during examinations, explain treatment plans, and coordinate patient communications for appointment reminders and Transitional Care Management. Manage front office operations by handling phone calls, scheduling, registration, and inventory monitoring. Work Monday through Friday without weekends or on-call duties in a primary care setting serving patients 65 and older.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Reliable transportation to consistently report to scheduled work locations and shifts
- Ability to perform a full range of physical activities required in a clinical environment, including assisting with patient positioning and transfers
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand movements throughout the workday
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to perform clinical procedures, administer medications, collect specimens, and operate medical equipment
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or move medical equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds and assist with heavier patient transfers when appropriate
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods based on operational needs
- Visual acuity and hearing (with or without reasonable accommodation) sufficient to safely perform essential job functions
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, computers, telephones, and clinical devices
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and clinical office procedures
- Working knowledge of common medications and disease processes affecting the patient population served
- Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, and CLIA regulations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information
- Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with patients, providers, health plans, and internal and external partners
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
- Critical thinking and sound problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and creating a positive patient experience
- Appreciation for cultural diversity and sensitivity to the needs of Medicare and other patient populations served by VIPcare
Desired Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, or equivalent certification)
- 1+ year(s) of experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician practice, outpatient, or ambulatory care setting
- IV Therapy certification, where permitted by state regulations
- Phlebotomy experience
- Knowledge of medical coding principles
- Experience using electronic medical records (EMRs)
- Proficiency with Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Familiarity with Medicare Advantage plan structures, HEDIS quality measures, value-based care principles, and Annual Wellness Visit workflows
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