Medical Assistant - Urgent Care

Cleveland Clinic•Vero Beach, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Indian River Hospital is in sunny Florida’s Treasure Coast where it is committed to providing optimal family-centric and community-focused care. At Indian River Hospital, you will be part of a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic Express Care® Clinics and Urgent Care Clinics are designed to provide patients with quick access to medical care for common health problems. No matter how common or complex a condition is, this team works in collaboration with other specialists to coordinate and manage patient care. As a Medical Assistant on this team, you will collaborate with fellow caregivers to create a welcoming, comfortable environment for patients, families and visitors. You will assist with rooming patients, conducting patient intakes, administrative tasks and more. All your work helps ensure the best possible health outcomes. Additionally, you will receive ample opportunities to enhance your skills, gain hands-on experience and explore advanced positions at Cleveland Clinic. A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00AM – 4:30PM.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved Medical Assisting program
Military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross - If you do not hold this certification, you must obtain it during your new hire period
Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience
Current demonstrated clinical proficiency

Nice To Haves

Medical Assisting certification (CMA, NCMA or CCMA)
Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship

Responsibilities

Assist with performing screenings and treatments by gathering and updating information related to health maintenance, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests and documenting patient care.
Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
Administer specific medications under the direction of the provider.
Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas.
Perform administrative/clerical duties, such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.