Medical Assistant - PACE

Medical Assistant (MA) – PACE Clinic

PACE Clinic – Florida | 8-Week Assignment | 40 Hours/Week | On-Site

Job Summary

We're looking for a compassionate and dependable Medical Assistant (MA) to join our PACE Clinic team. In this role, you'll work alongside physicians, APRNs, and nurses to provide high-quality patient care while supporting both clinical and administrative operations. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Medical Assistant who enjoys working with the elderly population in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist with check-in/check-out.
• Obtain and document vital signs.
• Enter physician orders into the electronic medical record.
• Collect and process laboratory specimens, including phlebotomy.
• Perform EKGs and administer nebulizer treatments.
• Assist with medication refills and specialist referrals.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Prepare patient records, medication lists, and documentation for provider visits.
• Administer IM/SC injections under physician supervision.
• Perform simple dressing changes under physician supervision.
• Clean and process medical instruments.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and clinic supplies.
• Answer phones and communicate patient messages to clinical staff.
• Assist patients with restroom needs and activities of daily living (ADLs) while in the clinic.
• Chaperone providers during patient examinations.
• Perform routine clinic equipment maintenance.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
  (Advanced education preferred)
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with frail or elderly patients
• Current CPR Certification
  (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• Valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance
• Ability to successfully complete competency assessments and employment screening requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification
• Advanced education beyond high school

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who has:

• Excellent patient care and communication skills
• Experience with phlebotomy and specimen processing
• Knowledge of medical equipment and clinical procedures
• Strong documentation and organizational abilities
• Ability to remain calm during emergency situations
• Experience building positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Knowledge of safety protocols and infection prevention