Certified Medical Assistant Urgent Care

About the role

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Responsibilities

• Create and own the patient experience
• Properly document and report all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy
• Absess patients during clinical check-in, document pertinent medical information and vital signs, and check for signs of abuse or neglect using age-specific guidelines
• Administer treatments, medications, and follow-up assessments ordered by the provider, verifying as needed, and respond appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations
• Perform diagnostic and occupational medicine testing, including EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus, and pulse oximetry, and complete forensic testing collections in accordance with DOT and State Drug Free Workplace Guidelines
• Complete check-out duties and relay instructions and care to the patient or family
• Perform required Quality Control checklist to ensure patient safety
• Follow CDC guidelines, infection prevention practices, demonstrate appropriate use of PPE, perform hand washing according to policy, and follow safety regulations
• Participate in departmental performance improvement initiatives
• Train newly hired clinical staff as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of general medical assistant practices
• Demonstrated ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements
• Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax and scanner
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment
• Strong critical thinking skills

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv
• Technical/Vocational School
• 1+ related work experience or graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with completion of externship
• 6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility
• Previous MA experience
• Previous urgent care / ED experience

Skills

• Knowledge of general medical assistant practices
• Effective communication skills
• Computer proficiency
• Relationship-building abilities
• Multi-tasking skills
• Critical thinking skills

Benefits

• Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus, when applicable
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

• Full Time
• Shift: Day
• Weekends: Available

Pay

• $17.52 - $40.59

Physical Requirements

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