Medical Assistant Certified - USFTGP Internal Medicine

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Under general supervision of the department manager, medical staff, nursing staff, and Senior or Lead Medical Assistant, the Certified Medical Assistant follows policies, procedures, and professional guidelines. The role provides clinical and clerical support, including patient rooming, 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.
• One of the listed 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 clinical tasks, including 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.
• Demonstrates all Medical Assistant KSA's.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-visit preparation 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 accurately while complying with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
• Provide clinical support as needed, including wound care, specimen collection, and administering medications under healthcare-provider direction.
• 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.
• Answer phones professionally, greet patients, and perform filing, faxing, and document scanning.

What This Job Offers

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