Medical Assistant - Clinical Care Coordinator I - FPG Internal Medicine @ Waldemere Medical Plaza, Sarasota

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Care Coordinator I (Medical Assistant) provides patient care according to age-specific population needs and assists with management of patient care in a physician office setting under the direct supervision of a provider. The role works directly with patients and healthcare providers to support high-quality, day-to-day clinical care. Duties may include escorting patients to exam rooms; preparing patients for examinations and procedures; taking and documenting vital signs; recording medical histories and current concerns; and documenting provider notes, procedures, and patient instructions.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following qualification pathways: hold a current, active Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) certification from an accredited certifying agency; hold an active Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license and have at least one year of medical assistant or clinical healthcare experience; or have at least one year of medical assistant work experience and obtain CMA or RMA certification within twelve months of hire/start date.
• High school diploma, GED, or certificate.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification, or obtain it within thirty days of hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

• One year of clinical experience in an outpatient physician’s office practice.
• Experience with electronic practice management and electronic health record programs.
• Ability to demonstrate self-direction and initiative.
• Knowledge of electronic practice management and electronic health records software.
• Skill in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Accepted preferred medical assistant certifications include CMA (AAMA), NHA, NCCT, RMA (AMT or AAH), and NRCMA (NAHP).

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Take and document vital signs.
• Record medical histories and current concerns.
• Document provider notes, procedures, and patient instructions.
• Provide patient care according to age-specific population needs and assist in managing patient care in a physician office setting under a provider’s direct supervision.

What This Job Offers

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