Medical Assistant- Pediatric Multispecialty Cardiology Neurology
KIDZ MEDICAL SERVICE.
- Location
- Onsite (Boca Raton, Florida)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 5 days ago
About the Role
KIDZ Medical Services is a pediatric multispecialty center seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support to providers. The role involves patient intake, vitals collection, assisting with examinations, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
Skills
Phlebotomy
Vitals collection
Patient care
EHR software
Laboratory testing
Medication administration
Medical terminology
Interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented
Organizational skills
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
BLS certification
Confidentiality
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
Full job details
Exciting opportunity to join our growing team in West Boca! We are a midsized Pediatric Multispecialty Center seeking a full time Medical Assistant, Monday-Friday.
This position is responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to pediatric providers in an office-based clinic setting. Involves frequent patient/parent interaction.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Greets patients, in person or on the telephone; answers or refers inquiries.
- Prepares patients for the health care visit. Including vitals (height, weight, BP, etc.), past medical history, and reason for visit/chief complaint.
- Directs and/or accompanies patients to the examining room.
- Records patient examination, treatment, and test results.
- Assists health care providers during examinations.
- Reviews and/or records medical history.
- Prepares laboratory specimens.
- Performs basic laboratory tests on the premises (as needed)
- Administers medications on the premises.
- Authorizes drug refills as directed, telephones prescriptions to pharmacies.
- Provides medication and diet information and instructions, answers questions.
- Arranges/Maintains examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Maintains inventory of stock & supplies and advises supervisor to place orders as needed.
- Disposes contaminated supplies.
- Sterilizes medical instruments.
- Follows operating instructions; troubleshoots breakdowns.
- Performs preventive maintenance; calls for repairs.
- Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment.
- Follows, and enforces standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations.
- Maintains patient care information confidential.
- Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards.
- Enhances health care practice reputation.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate's Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, OR six months to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certificates, licenses and registrations:
- CMA (AAMA) Certified – not required but strongly preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - required
- Computer skills required: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with EHR software strongly preferred.
- Other skills required:
- Phlebotomy and basic laboratory skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all times.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies.
- Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures.
- Able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
JOB TYPE / WORK SCHEDULE:
- This is a full-time position
- Standard Office hours, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Bilingual required
Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.