Our Vision is to be the best choice for healthcare in our community

 

Job Title:                    Medical Assistant

Department:               Pulmonology 

Job Summary:      Assists providers and manages clinical functions in the department. Take Vitals, Room Patients & know Medical Terminology. Must have ability to travel to Tampa, Brandon & Carrollwood Offices required.  

*Bilingual a plus but not mandatory*

WHAT DOES FMC HAVE TO OFFER ITS EMPLOYEES?

We offer a wide choice of compensation and benefit programs that are among the best.  From competitive salaries to retirement plans. We make every effort to take care of the people who make our company great.

Gives you an employer that you will have pride in working for Provides excellent training programs and opportunities for growth Offers Medical Benefits including: Employer Contributions to HSA high deductible plan Discounts at our medical facilities Cigna Open Access OAPIN & OAP plans Supports Incentive based Wellness Programs Offers company sponsored Life Insurance with buy-up provisions Provides Dental, Vision, Long and Short Term Disability, Accident & Illness policy options Supports Paid Time Off and Holidays Gives generous 401K plan with annual 3% Employer contribution after one year of employment Values and appreciates its employees Boasts a reputation for superior health care and quality service

Essential Functions of the Position: Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate required.

Completes the start of day processes Unlocks cabinets and doors Powers up equipment Logs on all work stations in exam room and work area Sets up medical supplies and equipment for the day Properly room patients Takes and records vitals Confirms information required by provider is present (labs, hospital records, etc.) Updates IEHR (allergies, medications, history, etc.) Assists in following appointment schedule Prepares exam room Prepares patient for examination or treatment Obtains informed consents and ABN as necessary Notifies provider when patient is ready Assists provider during examination and with treatment Performs diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered by the provider Administers injections and immunizations and records them in IEHR Obtains consents Performs tests and procedures and records them in IEHR Handles medication refill requests Checks in ordered medication and puts it away immediately Distributes, reviews, and teaches patient education Assists provider with completion of forms requested by patients Addresses and handles all tasks Enters referral information into the Practice Management System for referral tracking Enters charges for services rendered by the medical assistant Completes the end of day processes Maintains medical equipment; ensures all equipment is calibrated, cleaned, sterilized and charged Checks in samples and office supplies Organizes and maintains sample and supply closets Collects red bags as necessary Logs out films from our facility Monitors and replaces sharps containers when needed Stocks exam rooms Cleans and sanitizes exam rooms Empties HIPAA container into destruction bin Logs off of all work stations including exam rooms Locks all cabinets

 

Additional Responsibilities:

Maintains an organized and clean work area Participates in maintenance of clinical supplies Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

 

Physical and Mental Demands:

Physical requirements Able to stand or walk for long periods Use of proper body mechanics Normal concentration and normal complexity of decision making High level verbal and written communication skills Above average ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

 Occupational Exposure:

High risk exposure to bloodborne pathogens and chemical hazards

Job Qualifications:

High school graduate or GED equivalent Completion of MA certification program Strong customer service orientation Strong team player Basic computer proficiency

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status

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