Diagnostic Medical Assistant/Phelbotomist

AssociatesMD Medical Group•Plantation, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant fluent in English and Spanish to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment, support medical staff, and help ensure smooth clinic operations. The role may involve work with diverse patient populations across specialties such as dermatology, geriatrics, internal medicine, and medical-surgical units, and in settings including outpatient clinics, hospital medicine, urgent care, and emergency medicine. The position includes patient intake and preparation, clinical support, accurate electronic health record management, documentation and administrative support, and adherence to safety and infection-control standards. The Medical Assistant provides professional, compassionate service and may assist with inpatient and outpatient procedures across departments when applicable.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Medical Assistant in settings such as dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, or emergency medicine.
Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, ICD coding, medication administration, and vital-sign measurement.
Experience with electronic health record systems and medical administrative support functions.
Ability to work efficiently in inpatient or outpatient hospital or clinic environments, including Level I/II trauma centers or geriatrics units.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation.
Excellent patient-service skills and a compassionate approach to care.
Ability to adapt quickly to clinical scenarios such as emergency medicine or internal medicine cases.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is preferred.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist patients professionally in English and Spanish.
Perform patient intake, including recording vital signs and collecting medical histories.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, helping ensure their comfort and understanding.
Assist healthcare providers with clinical tasks, including medication administration, specimen collection, X-ray procedures, and basic life support.
Manage electronic health records accurately and efficiently.
Support physicians with ICD coding, documentation, and other patient-care-related administrative tasks.
Monitor patient progress and update records while maintaining confidentiality.
Assist with inpatient and outpatient procedures across departments, including PICU, OR, geriatrics, and Level I/II trauma centers when applicable.
Follow safety protocols and infection-control standards in hospital or clinic settings.
Address patient questions or concerns promptly and professionally.