Medical Assistant I

Premier Community Healthcare Grp.•Dade City, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant I provides clinical and administrative support in Behavioral Health services. This role ensures smooth patient flow, accurate data collection, and high-quality care delivery. Medical Assistants contribute to a positive patient experience by assisting providers with examinations, procedures, and clinical tasks while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment.

Requirements

Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and maintain accuracy
Basic knowledge of clinical procedures and medical terminology
Ability to build rapport with patients of diverse backgrounds
Comfort working across multiple service lines
Proficiency in or willingness to learn EHR systems (Epic preferred)
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
High School Diploma or GED required
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program, EMT, or Paramedic program
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience; 3 years preferred
Experience with pediatrics and adult patients strongly preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain Epic certification
Ability to travel between Premier sites as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with vaccine administration or lab draws
Familiarity with multiple disciplines (Family Medicine, Behavioral Health, OB/Women’s Health)

Responsibilities

Room patients, obtain vitals, collect medical histories, and prepare them for provider visits
Assist providers during exams and procedures across departments
Accurately document patient information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Clean and disinfect exam rooms and manage room inventory
Process instruments, including use of autoclave
Collect, label, and prepare lab specimens for testing
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and care teams
Assist with scheduling, referrals, and patient inquiries when needed
Collaborate with clinical leads and peers to improve workflows and meet performance goals
Support quality improvement, compliance activities, and community engagement
Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA
Perform additional duties as assigned