Medical Assistant I - Downtown Orlando - Primary Care

The Nemours Foundation•Orlando, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Medical Assistant I to join its Central Florida Primary Care team in Orlando, Florida. The role supports pediatric primary care for children and adolescents in a collaborative clinical environment. Travel to other Nemours Children’s locations may be required based on operational needs. The Medical Assistant is a key member of the care team and liaison among patients and families, providers, and clinical staff. The position helps coordinate patient flow, collect and document clinical information, prepare patients for visits, assist with clinical procedures, and perform other patient care activities within the role’s scope, established protocols, and provider direction. The posting describes responsibilities for Medical Assistant II, while listing separate qualifications for Medical Assistant I, II, and III. For Medical Assistant I, no prior experience is required; completion of a certified Medical Assistant program and certification are preferred. American Heart Association BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with travel to other locations as required.

Requirements

No prior experience required for Medical Assistant I.
Basic clinical and administrative skills.
American Heart Association BLS Certification within 90 days of hire date.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
Experience using electronic medical record systems.
Computer proficiency.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Flexibility to work daytime hours based on staffing needs.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a certified Medical Assistant program is preferred.
Medical Assistant certification is preferred. Acceptable certifications listed are Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), and Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).

Responsibilities

Welcome and prepare patients for visits by collecting vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information.
Assist providers during examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
Administer medications and vaccines under provider direction and according to established protocols.
Collect specimens, perform basic laboratory testing, and prepare equipment and examination rooms.
Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record.
Coordinate patient flow to promote efficient, high-quality care.
Educate patients and families using provider-approved materials and instructions.
Help create a comforting, supportive environment for children and caregivers.
Maintain exam room cleanliness, infection prevention standards, and medical equipment.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to deliver safe, compassionate, relationship-based care.
Perform additional clinical and administrative duties within the scope of the role and organizational policies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with four levels of medical coverage, including fertility care and prescription drugs for associates and their families.
Paid time off accrued according to role and length of service.
Six paid holidays annually.
One day of paid volunteer time off.
Six weeks of paid parental leave at 100% of pay.
Tuition reimbursement for approved courses up to $5,250.
403(b) retirement savings plan with immediate participation and matching contributions.
Basic Life Insurance paid equal to one times annual salary, up to $500,000.
Automatic short-term disability coverage providing income protection at 60% of salary for qualifying non-work-related illness, accident, or injury.
Long-term disability coverage.