Medical Assistant | Orthopaedics - Float | Day Shift | Full-time

UF Health

  • Ponte Vedra, Florida
  • 30+ days ago
  • Full-time

Highlights

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. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPonte Vedra, Florida
Job TypeFull-time

Description

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.