Description:
Works under the clinical supervision of the practice physician(s) and office manager and is responsible for assisting the physicians in the practice. Assists in examination and treatment of patients, interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients charts. Also draws and collects blood samples from patients and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma, Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Completion, GED or equivalent training or experience required. Licenses & Certifications: Emergency Medical Technician Licensed Practical Nurse Certified Nursing Assistant Registered Medical Assistant Basic Life Support Additional Qualifications: Must have at least one of the above required licenses/certifications (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT). Medical Assistants with a Certificate or Diploma of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program hired after 7/1/16 or foreign Medical Doctor with a foreign medical doctor diploma hired after 5/1/17 will have up to 6 months from start of employment with BHSF to obtain Medical Assistant Certification. Effective 11/3/17, a Foreign Medical Doctor with a Foreign Medical Doctor Diploma will no longer be qualified to be hired in the Medical Assistant role. BLS required for all. For Primary Care Practices, EKG and Phlebotomy Certifications are also required for employees with the CNA license only. CNA, LPN, EMT license must be from Florida. Must be professional, organized, and a detail-oriented team player with effective interpersonal communication skills and excellent customer service skills. Possesses compassionate demeanor and high ethical standards. HIPAA/OSHA compliance required. Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, co-workers and practice manager. Bilingual preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
- at least one of the required lic (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT) (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Key West, FL 33040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Key West, FL 33040: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
