Medical Assistant Certified - TGH Ambulatory Care Transitions

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

5d

About The Position

Under general supervision of the department manager, medical staff, nursing staff, and Senior Medical Assistant/Lead Medical Assistant, the Certified Medical Assistant follows policies, procedures, and professional guidelines. The role provides clinical and clerical support, including patient rooming and assistance with medical procedures, equipment cleaning, chart preparation, and obtaining referral notes, images, and laboratory results before patient visits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 months of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Hold one of the following credentials: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or MA-ARMA.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and basic clinical procedures.
• Ability to draw blood for laboratory testing and handle specimens properly.
• Competence using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficiency in patient rooming and proper cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment.
• Ability to prepare for and assist with medical procedures.
• Ability to perform clerical duties essential to practice operations.
• Demonstrate all Medical Assistant KSA's.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for patient visits and schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance eligibility and identify services requiring insurance authorization.
• Perform clerical duties, including preparing charts and ensuring patient records are accurate and up to date.
• Use electronic health record systems to document and retrieve patient information while complying with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
• Provide clinical support as needed, including wound care, specimen collection, and administering medications under the direction of healthcare providers.
• Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain vital signs, and prepare patients for appointments according to established protocols.
• Assist with medical procedures and clean and maintain medical equipment.
• Obtain referral notes, images, and laboratory results before patient visits.
• Perform practice clerical duties, including answering phones, greeting patients, filing, faxing, and scanning documents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED