Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

ENT and Allergy Associates of Florida has been serving the needs of our patients for 62 years. Join us and experience what it's like to take pride in being part of a dynamic team that is on the cutting edge.We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for a full-time, Monday- Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm position at our Sarasota office. Our practice provides comprehensive general and subspecialty ENT medical and surgical care within the convenience of one medical group. Patient care is our top concern, and because we can provide both diagnosis and rehabilitative services, our patients know they can depend on our team for all their needs.Description:This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Certified Medical Assistant who is comfortable with in-office procedures, medical terminology, multitask oriented, motivated, able to handle a high volume of incoming patients, must be a self-starter and willing to learn all aspects of the ENT, Allergy and Audiology field.Responsibilities:Answering patient callsTaking vitalsObtaining authorizationsScheduling diagnostic tests and surgeryPreparing exam roomsAssisting the physician in exam rooms for procedures as needed (ie: wax removal, biopsies, surgical procedures, etc)obtaining proper consent and ensuring proper scope of practice is followedScribeCleaning and sterilizing instruments in accordance with CDC and ENTAAF guidelinesProvide briefing of each patient prior to physician entering the exam roomRequirements:Minimum one-year HANDS ON Medical Assistant experienceCurrent with certification or willing to participate and pass our in-house 1 year commitment training course and national testComfortable assisting with surgical procedures.Working knowledge of medical terminology.Strong written and verbal communication skills with a clear speaking voice.Strong interpersonal skills.Strong organizational skills.The ability to interact professionally at all times with patients, physicians, and team members.EMR experience.Strong computer literacy.Bi-lingual is a plus.Benefits:Medical, Dental and Vision: Effective 1st of the month after 60 days of full time employment.Company paid STD, LTD, Life: Effective 1st of the month after 1 year of full-time employment.401(K): Effective 1st of the month after 1 year of employment.6 Paid Holidays: Effective immediately.PTO: Time earned per pay periodPhysical Demands: Coordination, manual, and physical dexterity sufficient to properly and adequately use various items of medical equipment and office equipment as required of the position or directed by the Manager. The position may involve sitting, standing, bending, and stooping. Incumbent must also be able to assist patients in transferring from wheelchair to an exam chair, when necessary. Responsibilities may also require the incumbent to travel between ENTAAF offices for support purposes. The incumbent must also be capable of lifting up to 25 pounds. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities if needed to perform the essential functions of the job.Salary will be based on experience and skills.We are an equal-opportunity employer.We are a tobacco free workforce.We perform full Criminal, Government, Credit, Drug (to include Nicotine and Tobacco) drivers and professional license background checks on all applicants being considered for positions.