Overview
Now Hiring: Medical Assistant
Job Type: Full-Time (Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm)
Compensation: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour (DOE)
Locations: Opportunities available at the North Office & Sand Lake Office
Sand Lake Office – Stonerock Cr., Orlando, FL 32819
North Office – Jasmine Rd., Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
Central Florida Pulmonary Group is dedicated to the health of our patients and the Central Florida community by delivering the highest quality of care for patients with pulmonary diseases, critical care illness and sleep disorders. Our Physicians are board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine. We are affiliated with the finest hospitals throughout Central Florida, and we are on call 24-hours a day to handle emergencies.
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical duties such as recording patients’ vital signs, obtaining patients’ medical histories and assisting physicians during patient examinations. They collect laboratory tests, administer medication to patients and draw blood. Also, clinical medical assistants may prepare X-rays, remove sutures and change wound dressings. Under the direction of their physician, clinical medical assistants call pharmacists to provide prescription information, authorize prescription refills and talk with patients. Typically, the medical assistants instruct patients on physicians’ instructions the proper medicine dosage and special diet restrictions. In addition, they might be called on to explain medical procedures to patients.
What’s In It for You:
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Short-term & Long-term disability insurance
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare and organize exam rooms
- Setup Charts in EMR - Electronic Medical Record
- Inspect exam rooms for cleanliness and equipment condition
- Respond to patient calls
- Maintain sample medication closet
- Stock and maintain rooms with adequate supplies
- Check patients' medical records for pertinent data
- Review and maintain current patient information/demographic data
- Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms
- Prepares for visits by physician and/or extender by obtaining initial information and vital signs
- Assists with exams, tests, and special procedures as directed.
- Schedule appointments and tests
- Pre-certify patients for insurance coverage
- Set up referral contacts
- Review all requisitions (e.g., labs and x-rays) for completeness
- Fill in at other office locations as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
What You’ll Need:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program
- Ability to operate various office and medical equipment
- Fundamental understanding of personal computers and familiarity with the Windows operating system
- Minimum of one year of medical assistant experience in a physician office or hospital required.
- Well organized and detail oriented, while applying sound judgment and decision making
- Advanced technical skills in MS Excel and medical office software
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Excellent customer service skills
- Team player attitude and willingness to make active contributions to the team
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Healthcare setting is a private physicians office. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Orlando, Florida are encouraged to apply. To learn more about Central Florida Pulmonary Group, please explore our website www.cfpulmonary.com
Central Florida Pulmonary Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
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