Medical Assistant, Certified
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join a dynamic ambulatory care team. In this role, you will provide hands-on patient care and essential clinical support under the direction of a physician or Advanced Practice Provider. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing healthcare environment. Baptist Health Medical Group is a physician-led group established on a foundation of compassionate care and clinical excellence. Guided by this commitment to compassion and excellence, our teams of physicians, advanced practice professionals, nurses, clinicians and office staff work together to meet every patient’s total healthcare needs. As part of Baptist Health’s extensive network of comprehensive healthcare services, Baptist Health Medical Group is committed to providing the community easy access to integrated care. Our expansive range of practices offer close-to-home locations and convenient appointment options. Providing expert care in over 18 areas of focus — from primary care to specialty institutes — Baptist Health Medical Group includes more than 600 physicians and advanced practice professionals.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of Medical Assistant training program OR one year of relevant MA experience (training available for motivated candidates)
- Current BLS Healthcare Provider certification
- Ability to obtain MA certification within 6 months of hire if required (CCMA, CMA, CMAC, NCMA, NRCMA/NRCAMA, or RMA accepted)
Responsibilities
- Assist patients and families in preparing for examinations
- Support providers during exams and procedures
- Gather and document patient data through interviews and observations
- Enter medication, lab, and imaging orders under provider direction
- Maintain compliance with infection control and safety standards
- Provide professional and compassionate communication to patients and family members
- Process incoming and outgoing calls using sound clinical judgment
- Act as a liaison for specialty referrals and diagnostic scheduling
- Collaborate with administrative and operations teams
- Assist with scheduling, reception, and patient discharge when needed
- Demonstrate consistent adherence to organizational policies and standards
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
- Life Insurance
- Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
- Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Car Insurance
- Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt
- ALL BENEFITS START DAY ONE
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
