MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Medical Assistant

This is a Medical Assistant position in the West Palm Beach and Northeast Health Center, working as a member of a multidisciplinary team with the primary goal of supporting the providers and nursing staff in the care of patients receiving service in the various clinic, by performing a broad range of clinical and administrative duties. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, medical histories, preparing patients for examination and administering mediations as directed by physician or medical provider. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments. Work is performed under the supervision of the Senior Community Health Nursing Supervisor.

This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions. This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. Confidential information clinical data sets: Clinical Information, and Epidemiology. This position may view, update and release patient information using the Health Management System (HMS) data system and FL SHOTS.

Knowledge of basic medical terminology. Knowledge of basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, E-mail, etc.) Skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment. Ability to perform, record vital signs and document in patient record Ability to interview patients and obtain a complete medical history. Ability to keep accurate records. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Licensure/registration/certification requirements: Medical Assistant Certification Per 458.3485 F.S. Other job-related requirements for this position: Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Valid Driver's License. Maintain current CPR Certification.

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm (B) Total hours in workweek 40.0 (C) This is a full-time in clinic position.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click ); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit