Certified Medical Assistant

Sanitas•Miramar, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Sanitas is a global healthcare organization expanding across the United States, providing primary care, urgent care, nutrition, laboratory and diagnostic services, as well as healthcare education and resources. The organization seeks professionals committed to its mission and to serving patients and families with compassion, respect, and kindness. The Certified Medical Assistant works in clinical and administrative capacities to support patient care and efficient clinic operations. Under the direction of a licensed Independent Provider (LIP), the employee assists with examinations and procedures, performs authorized clinical tasks, and supports office operations. The position serves patients ranging from newborns to older adults, with particular attention to age-appropriate care and cultural sensitivity. It has no supervisory responsibilities. The role is based at the Broward–Miramar location in Miramar, Florida. It is full-time and onsite, with travel listed as up to 5% in the job details; a separate Travel section states that the position does not require travel. The schedule may involve rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or evening shifts depending on clinic needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
At least one year of experience in the healthcare field.
Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification through the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and work in a fast-paced environment.
High attention to detail when performing clinical and administrative duties.
Ability to work collaboratively, take direction from supervisors, and cooperate with colleagues.
Professional appearance and behavior.
Commitment to patient-centered care, age-specific needs, and cultural sensitivity.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
English language proficiency is required.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling of equipment or supplies up to 50 pounds; and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of prior Certified Medical Assistant experience.
Bilingual Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations and procedures by taking vital signs, recording medical histories, and providing reassurance.
Prepare exam rooms, organize instruments, and ensure supplies are available; assist providers during examinations.
Perform blood draws, administer injections and vaccines, assist with minor procedures as ordered by the LIP, and administer medications within the medical assistant scope of practice and per LIP orders.
Clean, dress, and bandage superficial wounds; perform routine clinical tasks such as CLIA-waived tests.
Conduct quality control tests to support accurate laboratory results and proper functioning of lab equipment.
Label, handle, and transport specimens appropriately; maintain aseptic techniques; sterilize instruments; disinfect exam rooms and equipment; use appropriate PPE; and dispose of biohazardous waste according to protocol.
Provide basic first aid and assist with medical emergencies in accordance with BLS standards.
Deliver culturally sensitive, age-appropriate care to patients from newborns to elderly individuals, using techniques to reduce discomfort and anxiety.
For pediatric patients, measure and record vital signs and growth parameters, assist with exams and routine procedures, administer vaccines according to pediatric immunization schedules, assist with specimen collection, and ensure emergency equipment is ready.
Maintain accurate patient records by entering data, filing documents, and managing EHR systems; protect confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
Answer phones, organize medical supplies, maintain inventory, and assist with billing, coding, and insurance claims processing as guided by experienced staff.
Conduct pre-visit planning and gather relevant patient information for upcoming appointments.
Respond to telephone encounters and patient inquiries in a timely manner; document urgent-care follow-ups, communicable disease reporting, and hospital transfers.
Coordinate pre-operative clearances, medication authorizations, and referrals.
Schedule appointments, confirm and verify patient details, and assist with urgent-care follow-up calls.
Prepare informed consent documents and coordinate transmission of laboratory specimens, including Cologuard and blood tests.
Rotate shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by clinic needs, and perform other duties assigned by a supervisor or organizational leader.