Medical Assistant -St. Joseph’s Hospital Rheumatology

Medical Assistant -St. Joseph's Hospital Rheumatology

St Petersburg | Physician Practice - Med Office | Full Time

Description

Where Expertise Meets Compassionate Care!

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

BayCare 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.

• Status: Full-time
• Shift Hours: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM (May Vary)
• Shift Days: Monday thru Friday
• Location: St. Petersburg, FL – St. Joseph's Hospital / Suncoast Rheumatology
• Weekend Work: None
• On Call: No
• Always in person

Unlock your Career Potential: Join our Medical Group Team and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits!

• Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Year performance appraisal and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
• Community discounts and more
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Responsibilities:

• Assists providers with patient examination, procedures, and treatment.
• Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab.
• Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical supplies.
• Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR).
• Complies with all OSHA and CLIA regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Approved Medical Assistant Certification required within 6 months of hire date or proof of active license/certification.
• Or EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) or NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician)
• Or Paramedic
• Or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Required High School or Equivalent
• Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled