Medical Assistant III - IMA Medical Group

Senior Medical Assistant III

We are excited to announce an opening for a Senior Medical Assistant III at our South Lakeland office! In this role, you will perform both clinical and administrative duties under the direct supervision of our Physicians. Your warm and welcoming demeanor will help put patients at ease throughout their visit, as you provide support during diagnostic examinations and treatments, administer medications, draw blood, and facilitate communication between patients and physicians. You will thrive in our fast-paced, people-driven environment, enjoying the chance to assist our patients both in person and over the phone. Your passion for caring for others will have a positive impact on the health and wellness of the patients we serve. Additionally, you will take pride in the vital role you play in helping our doctors and staff deliver excellent care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Prepare patients for medical examinations and assist healthcare providers during procedures.
• Triage patients.
• Venipuncture - draws blood.
• Ensure that all patients are brought into the examination room within 15 minutes of being checked into the clinic.
• Scans all documents from the patient's records into the system.
• Assists physician in any procedure, or lab requests.
• Prepares patient charts 24 hours before patients are seen.
• Answers all patients' messages in a timely manner.
• Receives requests for refills and processes them within 24 hours of the request.
• Reviews the fax server daily and carefully uploads them to the correct patient's file.
• Maintains prescribed medication room organized and clean.
• Maintains examining rooms organized and stocked.
• Maintains the Lab & Procedures room organized.
• Keeps correct inventory levels of all medical supplies.
• Performs all HEDIS measures for new and existing patients.
• Helps other team members as needed.
• Performs routine laboratory tests on patients as provided by established protocol.
• Maintains nursing stations and examination areas in a manner consistent with OSHA standards and universal precautions procedures.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and materials.
• Receives and screens telephone calls.
• Coordinates patient flow.
• Maintains office/department and patient records.
• Prepares timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy.
• Participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities.
• Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.
• Applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
• Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Assists any provider within the practice.
• Helps training new MA

Requirements:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) is highly desirable.
• 1 year of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Experience (Athena preferred)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

About IMA Medical Group:

IMA Medical Group is a visionary and dynamic company focused on high-quality primary care services, with doctors and professionals dedicated to the health and well-being of the elderly. With multiple locations throughout Central Florida, we reiterate our commitment to providing quality medical care and an exceptional experience on each visit. That is the peace of mind and convenience that our patients deserve.

About Millennium Physician Group:

Formed in 2008 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, with offices in Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas, Millennium Healthcare is the largest independent physician group in the state of Florida and one of the largest in the United States. At Millennium Physician Group, our employees are the foundation of our success. Our promise is to provide you with the tools to do your job successfully, as well as providing a team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver care to our patients and their families. We also promise to care for you as an individual and help you grow in your role.

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, and Paid Major Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

How to Apply:

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you are right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!