Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Traveler

CAN Community Health • Sarasota, FL

17h • $21 - $24

About The Position

CAN Community Health is now hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)Traveler – Sign-On Bonus if you apply between now and April 30, 2026 Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift | Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Extended Hours Schedule (bi-monthly rotating schedule): Weekday 10 am - 8:00 pm; Weekend 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Pay Rate: $21.25 - $24.43 hourly based on experience Are you passionate about patient care and ready to make a difference every day? We are looking for someone who is passionate about serving the needs of individuals impacted by HIV, Hepatitis C, STI's, and other infectious diseases. You will become part of our professional team that drives home our Company's Mission and Values. We have received recognition for more than six (6) years NPT's Best Non-Profit to Work for Award. This position is responsible for all the duties of a Medical Assistant as well as providing in-person and virtual coverage for clinics across CAN. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
• Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA) is required or ability to achieve certification within 6 months of hire.
• CPR certification required
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical setting preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have valid insurance and driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including possible overnight travel
• Must be able to pass a Level I and Level II Background check as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs medical intake procedures including vital signs and history.
• Performs complete patient evaluation and assessment.
• Records and reports on symptoms, reactions, treatments and changes in patient’s conditions.
• Performs immunizations as directed by the physician.
• Practice safe phlebotomy skills using standard precautions
• Documents all patient care in an accurate and timely manner.
• Completes all medical prior authorization and documentation requirements.
• Maintains temperature logs for all clinic refrigerators containing specimens and medications.
• Greet and assist patients with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Accurately collect, process and post patient payments, including co-pays, deductibles and outstanding balance.
• Verify and updated patient insurance information and eligibility during check-in
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments, managing any necessary follow-up for missing documentation
• Assist with other front desk duties including answering phones and managing patient paperwork
• Accurately learn EMR system, must pass audits and SME testing with 95% accuracy.
• Ensure all patient insurance has been verified.
• Run and reconcile end of day reports against daily collections and POS reporting.
• Perform venipuncture and fingerstick on all patients as ordered
• Identify patients using two unique identifiers and verify test orders prior to 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.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide appropriate first aid or escalate as needed.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards during all procedures.
• Collect and process non-blood specimens (e.g., urine) as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid PTO and Sick time
• 11 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid training and certification support
• Health, dental, vision, with generous company contribution, paid life and disability plans & retirement plan with generous match of up to 8% of your contribution additional match of 1%.
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• Other voluntary plans are available to support you and your family
• Career growth opportunities in a supportive environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees