Works under the clinical supervision of the practice physician(s) and clinic supervisor/manager and is responsible for assisting the physicians in the practice. Assists in examination and treatment of patients, rooms patients and obtains information, measures vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, pulse oximeter, pain level, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts/Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Also collects and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.Estimated pay range for this position is $21.24 - $27.61 / hour depending on experience.
Degrees:
- High School Diploma, Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Completion, GED, or experience required.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Emergency Medical Technician.
- Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Registered Medical Assistant.
- Basic Life Support.
Additional Qualifications:
- Must have at least one of the above required licenses/certifications (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT).
- Medical Assistants with a Certificate or Diploma of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program hired after 7/1/16 will have up to 6 months from start of employment with BHSF to obtain Medical Assistant Certification.
- Effective 11/3/17, a Foreign Medical Doctor with a Foreign Medical Doctor Diploma will no longer be qualified to be hired in the Medical Assistant role.
- BLS required for all.
- For Primary Care Practices, EKG and Phlebotomy Certifications are also required for employees with the CNA license only.
- CNA, LPN, EMT license must be from Florida.
- Must be professional, organized, and a detail-oriented team player with effective interpersonal communication skills and excellent customer service skills.
- Possesses compassionate demeanor and high ethical standards.
- HIPAA/OSHA compliance required.
- Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, co-workers and practice manager.
- Bilingual preferred.
Minimum Required Experience: 1 year