Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant - Job DescriptionLocation: Stuart, FL 34994Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PMDress Code: Solid Navy Blue or Gray scrubsTravel: Not requiredInterview Process: In-person preferred (virtual first meeting acceptable)Top ResponsibilitiesPerforms all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's practice:Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests), removes staples from superficial wounds, changes wound dressing and obtains cultures, administers non-intravenous medication, performs simple specimen collection via noninvasive techniques, collects blood specimens via venipuncture or capillary, performs EKGs. Performs quality control checks on equipment. Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave.Rooms patients according to policy and procedures; prepares patients for examination.Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner.Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies.Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect.Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms, and sterilizes instruments.Practices standard infection control precautions.Handles telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering information without requiring clinical judgment.Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders (SDO).Performs all other related duties as assigned. Must-Have QualificationsHigh school graduate or GED equivalentCurrent, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification (or RMA) or ability to obtain within 180 days of employmentCurrent BLS certification (AHA or Military Training Network) at hire or within 30 daysBasic computer literacy with intermediate Excel skillsKnowledge of medical terminologyAbility to react calmly and effectively in emergency situationsGood communication and customer service skills Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)At least one year of experience as a Medical AssistantCompletion of a WellMed/OptumCare affiliated Externship ProgramKnowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codingBilingual Required CertificationMedical Assistant Certification or Registration