AdventHealthCertified Medical Assistant

Lake Wales, FL

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time; Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Location: 407 S 11th St., Lake Wales FL, 33853

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Medical Group West FL

The role you’ll contribute: Certified/Registered Medical Assistant I

The Medical Assistant provides appropriate care to patients within the scope of Florida Statues Title XXXII: Regulations of Professionals and Occupations. Chapter 458. Medical Assistants assist in various aspects of medical practice until the direct supervisor and responsibility of a physician. Responsibilities may include: patient care management, administrative and clinical procedures. . In all practice endeavors the medical Assistant will adhere to ethical and professional practice.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• ·All essential functions must be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reviews appointment bookings in advance and ensure patients receive appointment reminders. Verify and validate insurance prior to appointment date.

• Completes chart abstraction/prep chart activities prior to patient visit.

• Rooms patient and completes screenings, history taking, vitals signs, medication reconciliation, and other relevant intake needs.

• Prepares the patient and room for physical assessment or procedure.

• Educate patients regarding tests, medications, diet information.

• Complies with office policy and procedures for OSHA, CLIA and Infection Prevention standards.

• Supports the development of staff teamwork by being willing to assist patients, visitors and co-workers when necessary to facilitate a smooth workflow.

• Maintains the confidentiality of employees' and patients' administrative and medical information, with no infractions

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed :

Minimum qualifications :

• Display a caring and professional consumer focus attitude at all times

• Able to communicate in writing and verbally clearly and effectively with patients and co-workers.

• Demonstrates ability to utilize numerous technology software, such as the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Updates clinical and medical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities for professional growth.

• Proactively suggests quality improvement ideas and patient safety ideas

Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

• BLS Certification (condition of employment)

• Certified or Registered medical assistant certification from an AdventHealth approved certified body.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.