Medical Assistant, Primary Care Kendall, $3000 Bonus, Full Time, shift varies

Baptist Health South Florida • Miami, FL

8d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Works under the clinical supervision of the practice physician(s) and office manager and is responsible for assisting the physicians in the practice. Assists in examination and treatment of patients, interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients charts. Also draws and collects blood samples from patients and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Completion, GED or equivalent training or experience required.
• Must have at least one of the following required licenses/certifications: AAMA Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required for all.
• For Primary Care Practices, EKG and Phlebotomy Certifications are also required for employees with the CNA license only.
• CNA, LPN, EMT license must be from Florida.
• Must be a professional, organized detail-oriented team player with effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
• Possesses compassionate demeanor, excellent customer service skills and high ethical standards.
• HIPAA/OSHA compliance required.
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment efficiently.
• Proficient in computer applications and typing skills.
• Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Minimum of less than 1 year of experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Health Care regulatory guidelines and Medical Terminology a plus.
• Medical Assistants with a Certificate or Diploma of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program hired after 7/1/16 or foreign Medical Doctor with a foreign medical doctor diploma hired after 5/1/17 will have up to 6 months from start of employment with BHSF to obtain Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the physicians in the practice
• Assisting in examination and treatment of patients
• Interviewing patients
• Measuring vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height)
• Recording information on patients charts
• Drawing and collecting blood samples from patients
• Preparing specimens for laboratory analysis

Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support
• Comprehensive health and wellness resources that go beyond traditional benefits
• A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible, reducing out-of-pocket healthcare costs
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and advancement

What This Job Offers

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