Medical Assistant Jobs in Tallahassee, FL

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program and/or equivalent relevant experience, as required by applicable state regulations.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to perform well in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems operations, including electronic medical records (EMR) and practice management solutions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Project management ability.
• Vendor relations skills for Medical Assistants required to order office and clinical supplies.
• Database management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use computer programs and applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deliver exceptional patient service throughout interactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comply with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Ability to meet the physical demands listed, including carrying, pushing, pulling, and lifting weights at the stated frequencies.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant certification or registration preferred.
• Six months of experience working in a physician's office desired.
• Urology experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the assigned direct supervisor.
• Coordinate and schedule patient appointments in consultation with physicians, nursing, and other staff.
• Greet and prepare patients; measure and record vital signs; document interviews, histories, and chief complaints.
• Provide patient education about medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets.
• Prepare patients for examinations, perform routine screening tests, and assist physicians with examinations.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect other laboratory specimens; perform basic laboratory tests.
• Perform EKGs after required training.
• Assist with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications with physician authorization.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and perform other first-aid procedures.
• Perform CPR when necessary if BLS certified.
• Prepare accurate, legal, and ethical documentation.
• Open the office in the morning and close it in the afternoon.
• Maintain patient logs for laboratory requests, CT scans, and other treatment orders, and maintain the prescription ledger when needed.
• Support back-office flow by keeping rooms occupied as appropriate and assisting with room turnover.
• Complete thorough new-patient workups, including X-rays, vital signs, and explanation of the new-patient packet.
• Add medical histories for new patients and accurately update histories for established patients.
• Set up rooms accurately and completely for physicians and ensure patient medication lists are updated before physician visits.
• Set up in-office surgical procedures and ensure consent forms are completed correctly.
• Scribe as assigned based on physician office flow.
• Prepare for the following day's patients, including confirming next-day visits.
• Complete patient medical-record requests when necessary.
• Assist with orientation and training of new personnel and ensure proper handoff of responsibilities.
• Meet attendance criteria, begin work promptly, and be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.
• Respect and acknowledge the organization's commitment to cultural diversity through behavior, language, and actions.
• Use time and resources effectively and ensure medical records are accurate and complete.
• Adhere to and support compliance and accreditation efforts, including OSHA, HIPAA, and CMS guidelines for Parts C and D General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.
• Follow applicable laws and regulations, the Solaris Health Code of Conduct, and Solaris Health and affiliated-practice policies and procedures.
• Protect the confidentiality of patients' protected health information, report suspected concerns or violations promptly, and complete annual compliance training on time.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned.