Medical Assistant

CenterWell • Jacksonville, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant reports to the Center Administrator and works in an onsite outpatient setting. The role performs clinical duties including discussing symptoms, obtaining vital signs, administering medications and vaccines, performing phlebotomy, collecting specimens, conducting diagnostic screening tests, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, maintaining examination rooms, and documenting information in the electronic medical records system. The Medical Assistant collaborates closely with Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers and delivers direct patient care within the scope permitted by active certification. Decisions typically involve interpreting area or department policies and determining methods for completing assignments.

This is a patient-facing role included in the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. Selected candidates must be screened for TB. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week and is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance. The stated annual pay range is $43,000–$56,200; actual pay may vary based on location and job-related qualifications.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant school or training program, or certification/registration as a Medical Assistant, or 5 or more years of experience with Provider approval.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Must undergo TB screening if selected for this patient-facing role.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy experience.
• Experience administering medications and vaccines.
• At least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience.
• Value Based Care experience, including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish; must pass a proficiency exam before communicating in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

• Discuss symptoms with patients.
• Obtain vital signs.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens.
• Perform diagnostic screening tests.
• Sterilize and clean equipment.
• Maintain examination rooms.
• Document information in the electronic medical records system.
• Collaborate closely with Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers.
• Deliver direct patient care within the scope permitted by active certification.
• Interpret area or department policies and determine methods for completing assignments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off, company holidays, and personal holidays.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.

What This Job Offers

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