Medical Assistant (Lauderdale Lakes)

Banyan Health Systems has been serving Miami-Dade and Broward Counties since 1970. We provide quality, individualized care to each of our patients. Our system of integrated health services brings together specialized psychiatric care, primary care, pediatrics, geriatrics, and an extensive program of residential and outpatient substance abuse & behavioral health services under one umbrella. At Banyan Health Systems, we believe when individuals are healthy and strong, our communities are better for it.

We are currently looking for individuals who share our mission of integrating primary and behavioral health care while providing access to all individuals. We focus on providing quality and compassionate care in order to assist our patients in living their best life. We are dedicated to the endless pursuit of excellence and treat everyone with dignity, humanity, and respect.

If you share these beliefs and want to join us to make a difference, please take some time to read the post below.

Essential Functions :

• Interview patients to obtain medical history and medication use and measure their vital signs, which include height, weight, body mass index (BMI), pulse, blood pressure, blood glucose if applicable, and state of depression as measured via the use of the PHQ-9.
• Data enter all medical history, medication use, and vital signs into patients electronic health record (EHR).
• Call patients to the consultation room once the physician or practitioner is ready to initiate the medical encounter.
• Ensure all diagnostic and / or specialists consultative notes are available and reviewed by the ordering physician or practitioner prior to the scheduled visit.
• Attend all mandatory trainings required by the Agency such as the consistent actualization of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Education and / or Experience :

Certified professional, 2 year associate degree formal training in medical assistance preferred but not required. High School diploma or general education degree (GED); 2-3 years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.'

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Work Location : In person

Bilingual is a must ( English / Spanish)

Job Type : Full-time

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Work Location : In person