Medical Assistant - General Surgery
About The Position
Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and experience world-class patient care at its best. Located in sunny Florida's Treasure Coast, Indian River Hospital is committed to providing optimal family- and community-focused services. Here, 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. The Department of General and Specialized Surgery at Cleveland Clinic includes a team of board-certified surgeons who evaluate and treat common and complex conditions affecting the abdomen, gastrointestinal system, and breasts. Our experienced surgeons are skilled in minimally invasive methods, including robotic-assisted surgery and laparoscopic surgery. By joining the General Surgery team at Indian River Hospital's Rosner Family Health and Wellness Center as a Medical Assistant, you will collaborate with fellow staff to create a welcoming, comfortable environment for patients, families and visitors. You will assist with medication management, patient monitoring, 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 PRN (as needed) from 8:00AM - 4:30PM, 8:00AM - 5:30PM, 8:30AM - 6:00PM or 7:30AM - 6:00PM.
Requirements
- Graduate from an approved Medical Assisting Program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross upon hire or within new hire period
- Military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) considered
- 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
- Computer savvy
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.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
