What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant in Clearwater and Palm Harbor position at CLEARWATER FAMILY MEDICINE AND ALLE?
Our busy Primary Care/Allergy practice, with offices in Clearwater and Palm Harbor, is seeking a bright, friendly, motivated individual to work as a Medical Assistant. Position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Training will take place in our Clearwater office. This position will requires work in our Clearwater office Monday through Friday with occasional work in our Palm Harbor office on Mondays and Thursdays.
The candidate we are seeking must have compassion for patients, a professional appearance, excellent communication and organizational skills, a strong ability to be punctual and have a positive, energetic attitude. The successful candidate must also submit to and pass a background check.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Greet all patients upon arrival at check-in window.
- Check patients in for visits.
- Assist patients and family members before, during, and after a doctor’s visit.
- Prepare, restock and sterilize examination rooms and all other patient care areas.
- Prepare patients for examination and assist physician as needed.
- Record patient medical history, health maintenance, and chief complaint.
- Measure and document patient vital signs, including blood pressure.
- Where applicable, perform EKGs, Pulmonary Function tests, and Body Composition Scans per established policies and procedures as directed by the provider.
- Where applicable, perform injections per established policies and procedures as directed by the provider.
- Give allergy injections on rotation with other staff members.
- Educate patients by providing information and instructions as directed by the provider.
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Relay messages from patients and staff to providers.
- Represent office in a professional manner. Treat all patients, guests, and coworkers in a courteous and cooperative manner.
- Maintain patient confidentiality using HIPAA regulations and document information accurately.
- Use appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information.
- Attend required meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant Certification from approved entity or
- Medical Assistant Diploma from an approved entity or
- 1 year experience working as a Medical Assistant and performing functions as listed above in Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to work in a stressful environment in a deadline-oriented environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, must be a team player.
- Ability to use a computer and enter data in electronic medical records application.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software.
- Ability to work from both office locations as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possesses both MA Certification and MA Diploma
- Allergy and/or Primary Care practice experience
- Athenahealth electronic medical record experience
- Experience performing manual blood pressure check, pulmonary function test, and EKG
Join our dynamic team and contribute to improving the health and well-being of our patients. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth and professional development.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our family medicine practice to office@cfma.health. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Medical specialties:
- Allergy & Immunology
- Primary Care
- Weight Management
Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy, PA is drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $16 - $20
