Medical Assistant-Physician Practice CertifiedSebring, FL

Medical Assistant ~ Certified

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Location: 4200 SUN N LAKE BLVD, Sebring, 33872

The role you'll contribute: Medical Assistant ~ Certified

The Medical Assistant, under the direction of the Office Manager and/or Clinical Supervisor, provides appropriate care to patients within the scope of the Medical Practice Act. Assists in patient education. Assists physician during treatment and examination of patient and administers procedures and treatments as ordered by the physician.

• Assists with rooming patients for appointments. Obtains accurate temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height and weight. Documents correctly on progress note.
• Prepares patient for physical examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients and when necessary to significant others prior to implementation.
• Reviews patient charts to ensure that all test results and correspondence are present prior to the physician seeing the patient.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with AdventHealth Division policy and procedures and nursing standards. Documents medications completely in the patients chart after they are given.
• Reviews appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Responds to and returns in-coming telephone calls in a timely manner. Instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions.
• Responsible for preparation of exam rooms including restocking of treatment areas and disinfecting of exam tables and counters.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or 3 years' experience
• BLS (condition of employment)
• CMA /RMA
• Registered or Certified from a recognized Medical Assistant Program

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Physician Services

Organization: AdventHealth Heartland

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 24037000

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.