Medical Assistant - Palm Beach County

Soma Medical Center PA•West Palm Beach, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Soma Medical Center is seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Medical Assistant to provide patient care and clinical support. This role involves preparing patients for examinations, accurately recording vital signs, assisting providers with procedures, administering medications, performing CLIA-waived tests, collecting laboratory specimens, and providing patient education in both English and Spanish. The Medical Assistant will also be responsible for maintaining a safe and clean environment, ensuring exam rooms are stocked, and managing electronic medical records (EMR). Additionally, the role requires excellent customer service skills, adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards, and support for overall clinic operations.

Requirements

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency
Accurate measurement and recording of vital signs
Ability to administer medications and injections
Proficiency in performing CLIA-waived testing
Skill in collecting laboratory specimens and documentation
Knowledge of Universal Precautions and infection control guidelines
Ability to clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment
Proficiency in entering and maintaining patient data in EMR system
Ability to document procedures, injections, and specimen collection accurately
Experience with completing referrals, prior authorizations, and vaccine logs
Exceptional, compassionate customer service skills
Professional, respectful, and culturally sensitive demeanor
Ability to address patient concerns promptly and effectively
Understanding of OSHA, HIPAA, and relevant regulations
Adherence to clinic policies, procedures, and clinical standards
Accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail in performing duties
Ability to maintain organization and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examination by obtaining and documenting medical history and reason for visit in the EMR system.
Accurately measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
Assist providers and clinical staff with examinations and procedures to support efficient patient care.
Administer medications and injections as ordered by the provider in accordance with established protocols.
Perform CLIA-waived testing following regulatory and organizational standards.
Collect laboratory specimens and complete all required documentation accurately.
Provide patient education, including support for preventive care, family planning, and treatment instructions, in both English and Spanish.
Follow Universal Precautions and infection control guidelines to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment.
Ensure exam rooms are fully stocked, organized, and prepared for patient care.
Enter and maintain accurate patient data, physician orders, and clinical documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Document procedures, injections, allergy testing, and specimen collection details in compliance with Soma Medical Center policies.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate patient medication records.
Complete required forms, including referrals, prior authorizations, and vaccine logs.
Provide bilingual (English/Spanish) interpretation to facilitate clear communication between providers and patients.
Deliver exceptional, compassionate customer service to all patients and visitors.
Maintain a professional, respectful, and culturally sensitive demeanor at all times.
Address patient concerns promptly and effectively; escalate issues when appropriate.
Support efficient clinic workflow and patient flow in collaboration with the care team.
Handle all specimens and clinical materials in accordance with safety and infection control protocols.
Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and all federal, state, and local regulations.
Submit quality assurance and required reports in a timely manner.
Adhere to Soma Medical Center policies, procedures, and clinical standards.
Perform assigned clinical and administrative duties with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Maintain organization and meet deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Support overall clinic operations and assist with additional duties as needed.