Medical Assistant

CenterWell • Jacksonville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant 2 is the first point of contact for patient care and performs administrative duties alongside clinical care. The role includes varied activities and moderately complex administrative, operational, and customer support assignments, including computations. Work is typically semi-routine and takes place in an outpatient setting. The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care within their certification scope, supports physicians and nurses, and maintains quality standards while managing workload independently.

This is a patient-facing role and part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. Selected candidates are required to be screened for TB. The clinic is located at 1028-B Dunn Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32218. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a medical assistant school or training program, or certification/registration as a Medical Assistant, or 5+ years of experience and approval from a provider.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Candidates in Arizona, Indiana, and South Carolina must have Medical Assistant certification or registration.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy experience.
• Medication or vaccine administration experience.
• 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; candidates must pass a proficiency exam before communicating in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

• Update electronic medical records (EMR).
• Take and document vital signs.
• Administer injections as certified.
• Perform diagnostic tests.
• Collect specimens and draw blood.
• Sterilize equipment and maintain exam rooms.
• Provide direct patient care within certification scope.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses.
• Follow clinical policies and procedures.
• Prioritize tasks and manage workload independently.
• Maintain quality standards in an outpatient setting.
• Gather patient information and symptoms.

Benefits

• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off.
• Company and personal holidays.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• 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