Medical Assistant II (Allergy, Winter Garden)

The Nemours Foundation • Winter Garden, FL

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Medical Assistant II to join our Central Florida Allergy team in Winter Garden, FL. As part of our pediatric specialty care team, you'll help provide comprehensive, family-centered care for children and adolescents with endocrine conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside physicians and other care team members in a collaborative clinical environment, supporting patients and families throughout their care experience. Travel to other Nemours Children’s locations may be required based on operational needs. As a Medical Assistant II, you'll be an important member of the care team and a key liaison between patients and families, providers, and other clinical staff. You'll help coordinate patient flow, collect and document clinical information, prepare patients for visits, and ensure providers have the information they need to deliver high-quality care. You'll also assist with clinical procedures and other patient care activities within the scope of the Medical Assistant II role, following established protocols and provider direction. If you enjoy working with children and families, value teamwork, and are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pediatric specialty care, you'll find a rewarding environment to grow your career at Nemours Children's.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Acceptable certifications are Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) and Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)
• Travel to other locations required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Ability to mentor and train new Medical Assistants
• 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

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for their visit 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 their 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 Medical Assistant II role and organizational policies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision – Four levels of medical coverage are available, including fertility care and prescription drugs for associates and their families.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO will accrue according to your role and length of service. There are six paid holidays annually, and one day of paid volunteer time off.
• Paid Parental Leave – New parents receive six weeks of paid leave at 100% of pay.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Reimbursement available on approved courses to a maximum of $5,250.
• Retirement Savings Plan – There is a 403(b) plan with immediate participation and matching contributions.
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance – Basic Life Insurance is paid equal to one time your annual salary, up to a maximum of $500,000.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability – All associates are automatically covered by our short-term disability coverage with income protection for disabilities caused by illness, accident or injury that are not work-related, at 60% of your salary.

What This Job Offers

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