Medical Assistant [Pensacola, FL] - MA 26-12930

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant (MA)

Location: Pensacola, FL

Duration: 22 weeks

Schedule: Monday–Friday Shift: Day Shift

Shift Schedule

• Monday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and patient-focused Medical Assistant to support front- and back-office operations in a fast-paced clinical healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will assist with patient care, administrative responsibilities, and clinical procedures while maintaining excellent communication and teamwork with patients and healthcare staff.

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative outpatient setting serving patients aged 2 and older.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for provider visits in a professional and courteous manner.

• Schedule appointments and assist with patient communications.

• Answer and appropriately direct incoming phone calls.

• Record patient vital signs and medical information accurately.

• Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture and assist with laboratory procedures.

• Administer vaccines and provide clinical support as needed.

• Perform Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) as required.

• Assist with EKG testing when needed.

• Maintain accurate patient documentation in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.

• Support front-office operations, including patient fee collection.

• Collaborate with providers and healthcare staff to maintain efficient clinic workflows.

• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, procedures, and patient confidentiality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience required; externship experience does not count.

• Previous phlebotomy and venipuncture experience required.

• Recent experience with patient scheduling, rooming, and recording vital signs required.

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification preferred.

• Occupational Health experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with Athena EMR preferred.

• EKG testing experience preferred.

• Recent Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) experience preferred.

• Current BLS or CPR certification preferred.