Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) I SIGN-ON BONUS

CAN Community Health•Sarasota, FL

23h

About The Position

CAN Community Health is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) I to support patients affected by HIV, Hepatitis C, sexually transmitted infections, and other infectious diseases. The position combines medical assistant duties, front-desk support, and phlebotomy. The role is full-time, day shift, with a regular schedule of Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A bi-monthly rotating extended-hours schedule includes a weekday shift from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and a weekend shift from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The hourly pay range is $23.27–$26.76, based on experience. A sign-on bonus is offered for applicants who apply by November 30, 2026. The role includes conducting medical intake and patient assessments, recording patient symptoms and changes in condition, administering physician-directed immunizations, and practicing safe phlebotomy. Front-desk work includes greeting patients, collecting and posting payments, checking insurance information, and scheduling appointments. Phlebotomy responsibilities include collecting, labeling, processing, and preparing specimens in accordance with laboratory protocols. CAN Community Health describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. The job description notes that responsibilities may change and that the listed duties are not exhaustive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification, or ability to achieve certification within six months of hire.
CPR certification.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license and insurance.
Ability to pass Level I and Level II background checks.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
At least one year of experience in a clinical setting.
Bilingual English/Spanish ability.

Responsibilities

Perform medical intake procedures, including taking vital signs and patient history.
Conduct complete patient evaluations and assessments.
Record and report patient symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in condition.
Perform immunizations as directed by a physician.
Use safe phlebotomy practices and standard precautions.
Greet and assist patients professionally and confidentially.
Collect, process, and post patient payments, including co-pays, deductibles, and outstanding balances.
Verify and update patient insurance information and eligibility during check-in.
Schedule and confirm patient appointments and follow up on missing documentation.
Perform venipuncture and fingersticks as ordered.
Identify patients using two unique identifiers and verify test orders before specimen collection.
Prepare collection sites using aseptic technique and select appropriate collection equipment.
Label specimens accurately at the point of collection.
Process, centrifuge, and prepare specimens for transport or analysis according to laboratory protocols.
Practice CAN Community Health’s mission, vision, and values.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus for applicants who apply by November 30, 2026.
Competitive pay.
Paid PTO and sick time.
11 paid company holidays.
Paid training and certification support.
Health, dental, and vision plans with a company contribution.
Paid life and disability plans.
Retirement plan with a company match of up to 8% of the employee’s contribution and an additional 1% match.
Tuition reimbursement.
Other voluntary plans to support employees and their families.
Career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.