Certified Medical Assistant Urgent Care

Certified Medical Assistant Urgent CareJoining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.Schedule: Full timeShift: Day-Weekend (United States of America)Address: 3759 Pleasant Hill RdCity: KissimmeeState: FloridaPostal Code: 34746Job DescriptionDrives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experience. Performs and documents all procedures and assessments legibly and in accordance with department policy. Assesses patients during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs, and evaluates for signs of abuse or neglect using age-specific guidelines. Administers treatments, medications, and follow-up assessments as ordered by the provider, verifying as needed, and responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations. Conducts diagnostic and occupational medicine testing, including EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus, and pulse oximetry, and completes forensic testing collections per DOT and state guidelines. Completes check-out duties and relays instructions and care information to patients or their families. Performs required Quality Control checklist to ensure patient safety. Follows CDC guidelines, infection prevention practices, uses PPE appropriately, performs hand washing according to policy, and adheres to safety regulations. Participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives. Trains newly hired clinical staff as needed. Provides excellent customer service to patients and visitors. Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Comprehensive knowledge of general medical assistant practices [Required]Demonstrated ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements [Required]Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax and scanner [Required]Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds [Required]Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment [Required]Strong critical thinking skills [Preferred]Education:High School Grad or Equiv [Required]Work Experience:1+ related work experience or graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with completion of externship [Required]6 months relevant experience within an AdventHealth facility [Preferred]Previous MA experience [Preferred]Previous urgent care / ED experience [Preferred]Licenses and Certifications:Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]American Association Medical Assistants (CMA) [Required] OR Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) [Required] OR Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) [Required] OR National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) [Required] OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) [Required] OR Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) [Required] OR Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required]Pay Range: $17.11 – $27.38Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.