Seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for a back-office opportunity at multiple clinics in the Largo, Florida area. This position is for a back-office role.

In this role you will provide clinical and clerical support to support physicians in the clinic. You will also assist with exams and in-office procedures.

Here is what you will do in this role:

Direct Patient Care

• Practice universal precaution while using available personal protection and safety equipment.
• Administer medications while demonstrating proficiency in the “5 Rights”.
• Ensure proper completion of appropriate consent forms for medication and/or immunization administration and supplying the patient with the Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) form.
• Assist providers with in-office procedures.
• Prepare the patient for the exam.
• Triage patient phone calls and obtain accurate information and documentation.
• Possess knowledge of medication classifications, side effects and proper dosage as it pertains to their specialty.
• Obtain accurate vital signs from patient.
• Practice aseptic and sterile techniques and ensure instruments are disinfected and sterilized.

Indirect Patient Care

• Demonstrate working knowledge of computer systems and programs.
• Maintain and practice knowledge of OSHA regulations, exposure control plan and principles of infection control.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment usage in assigned departments.
• Complete the relevant portions of the Encounter form using correct CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) and ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases).
• Ensure the clinical area is stocked for patient care needs.
• Adhere to Pathology Labeling and Processing policy.

Job Requirements

• Completion of an accredited MA program.
  
• Medical Assistant Certification
  
• Previous experience with EMRs (Electronic Medical Records).
• This role will be a floating position between clinics in Largo and Countryside.

Required Education

• High school diploma or GED