Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant - 168328BayCare is currently in search of our newest Medical Assistant or LPN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. BayCare's top priority is the health and well-being of our communities as Tampa Bay's leading multi-specialty group with more than 600 providers practicing 45 specialties in over 175 outpatient locations throughout the Tampa Bay and west central Florida regions.Position Details:Location: Mease Countryside Med Arts BuildingStatus: Full Time (non-exempt)Shift: 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday through FridayBayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals.Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)Paid time offTuition reimbursement401k match and additional yearly contributionYearly performance appraisals and team award bonusCommunity discounts and moreAND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!The Medical Assistant / LPN is responsible for:Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the labFollows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical suppliesCreates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR)Complies with all applicable regulatory agency regulationsPerforms other duties as assignedRequired Certification and Licensure:BLS (Basic Life Support) andApproved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certificationOr one of the following:EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician);ParamedicLPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)If you are not a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant, NREMT, FL licensed EMT, FL licensed Paramedic or Florida Licensed Practical Nurse, and you are hired for this position, you acknowledge the requirement to obtain your Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA from AMT, NRMA or NRCMA), test within 90 days of employment and pass within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in termination of employment.Education:Required High School or EquivalentPreferred Technical Medical AssistantExperience:Preferred 2 years Medical AssistantSkills for Success:Clinical skills appropriate to positionAdministrative and clerical skillsWork independently and with a teamCustomer service and critical thinking skillsEquipment use and maintenance appropriate for positionOrganizational and time management skillsComputer skills appropriate to positionMedical terminology use and understandingWritten and verbal communication skillsEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled