Medical Assistant Urgent Care

Life at Ascension

Life at Ascension is about purpose and opportunity. As a leading nonprofit Catholic health system, we empower our 97,000+ associates to reimagine healthcare together. We're recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer.

About the role

Prepare patients for examination and assist the physician with medical procedures and treatments. Record patient vital signs, medical histories, and other information accurately in patient charts. Manage clinical logistics, including preparing treatment rooms and maintaining supplies and equipment. Perform essential clerical duties, such as answering phones, filing, and maintaining patient records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and assist the physician with medical procedures and treatments.
• Record patient vital signs, medical histories, and other information accurately in patient charts.
• Manage clinical logistics, including preparing treatment rooms and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Perform essential clerical duties, such as answering phones, filing, and maintaining patient records.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nat'l Medical Assistant (MA) Certification preferred - CMA (Cert. Medical Assistant), RMA (Registered Medical Assistant)/AAMA Cert. (American Association of Medical Assistants).
• NCCT, AAMA, or AMT are acceptable certification sites.
• Completion of Basic Machine Operators (BMO) cert. preferred.
• Current registration with State of FL as a BMO Operator preferred.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Qualifications

• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.