Medical Assistant Certified - BH Grants

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

5h

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, cleaning equipment, preparing charts, and obtaining referral notes, images, and lab results before patient visits.

The position supports the Mobile Behavioral Health Team, which provides basic primary care and medical services, community-based outreach, assessment, intervention, care coordination, and linkage to services for people experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders. Work takes place primarily in underserved and vulnerable communities, on the mobile unit and in other non-traditional environments, to reduce barriers to care and improve access to behavioral health services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 months of experience in a healthcare setting.
• One of the listed credentials: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or MA-ARMA.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for patient visits and schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance eligibility and identify services requiring insurance authorization.
• Perform clerical duties, including preparing charts and maintaining accurate, up-to-date patient records.
• 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 equipment.
• Obtain referral notes, images, and lab results before patient visits.
• Support community-based outreach, assessment, intervention, care coordination, and linkage to services through the Mobile Behavioral Health Team.

What This Job Offers

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