Medical Assistant
Coastal Health
- Location
- Onsite (Fernandina Bch, FL)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 2 weeks ago
About the role
Coastal Health is a multi-specialty healthcare group serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. The Medical Assistant role supports the Spine & Pain team by providing compassionate patient care and assisting with clinical procedures in a fast-paced specialty practice.
Skills
Patient care
Vital signs
Medical history documentation
EMR systems
Clinical procedures
Pain management
Orthopedics
Spine care
Communication
Time management
Multitasking
Medical terminology
HIPAA compliance
Patient education
Scheduling
Full job details
Job Details: Job Location: Spine Fernandina - Fernandina Bch, FL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Medical Assistant – Spine & Pain
Coastal Health – Spine & Pain
Location: Fernandina Beach, FL
Position Type: Full-Time
About Coastal Health
Coastal Health is a multi-specialty healthcare group serving patients throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Our Spine & Pain team is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients experiencing acute and chronic pain.
We are looking for a dependable, compassionate, and patient-focused Medical Assistant to join our Spine & Pain team in Fernandina Beach.
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant will work closely with our providers and clinical team to provide excellent patient care and support the daily operations of our Spine & Pain office. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paced specialty environment.
Responsibilities
Room patients and obtain vital signs and medical histories
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
Assist providers with patient visits and procedures
Document patient information accurately in the EMR
Review and update medications and patient histories
Assist with injections and other clinical procedures as directed and within scope of practice
Prepare, clean, and maintain examination and procedure rooms
Maintain adequate clinical supplies and equipment
Assist with patient flow and maintaining an efficient daily schedule
Provide patient instructions and education as directed by the provider
Assist with referrals, follow-up appointments, and other clinical needs
Communicate professionally and compassionately with patients and families
Work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team
Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA and office policies
Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications
Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred
Medical Assistant certification preferred
Experience in pain management, orthopedics, spine, or another specialty practice is a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
Professional, dependable, and compassionate demeanor
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Comfortable working with EMR systems and computers
Knowledge of medical terminology
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
Takes pride in providing excellent patient care
Is dependable and takes ownership of their responsibilities
Works well with providers and teammates
Can remain calm and professional in a busy environment
Has strong attention to detail
Demonstrates excellent patient-service skills
Is willing to learn and grow within the practice
Join the Coastal Health Family
At Coastal Health, our team is committed to providing compassionate care while creating a positive and supportive environment for our employees. If you are an experienced Medical Assistant looking for an opportunity to grow within a specialty practice, we would love to hear from you!
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