Overview:
Will float between St. Augustine, Nocatee, and Palm Coast
Help patients get back to doing what they love! In this fluid, fast-paced orthopedic role, you'll support patient recovery across our Palm Coast, St. Augustine, and Nocatee locations, making a meaningful difference every day while collaborating with a team that values energy, problem-solving, and exceptional patient care.
A professional multi-skilled person dedicated to assisting in all aspects of medical practice including administrative and clinical procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.
Responsibilities:
- Performs physical examination preparations, point of care testing, vital signs, vaccines, phlebotomy, drug administration including injections, prescription verification with physician’s orders, minor surgery assists, and bio-hazard waste disposal.
- Fulfills environmental responsibilities including restocking and cleaning exam/procedure rooms to maintain infection control, cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records.
- Fulfills clerical responsibilities including sending/receiving patient medical records, prior authorizations, referral information, etc., completing forms/requisitions, verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics, and managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.
- Fulfills patient care responsibilities including scheduling and patient flow, assisting patients for exam preparation, collecting patient history, charting, and relaying instructions to patients.
- Adheres to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, quality control methods, and the MA scope of practice.
Qualifications:
Requirements
- High School Degree or a GED.
- Must be graduate from approved Medical Assistant program.
- Less than one year - Medical Assistant experience required
- More than one year Medical Assistant experience preferred
Necessary Skills
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
- Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of ambulatory health care or related health care fields.
- Skilled in conflict resolution.
- Ability to use computers.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Must obtain medical assistant certification within 6 months of date of hire/transfer into the position.
- Current BLS from the American Heart Association.