
Medical Assistant After Hours Pediatrics
- Tampa, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Represents Urgent Care by displaying a respectful and caring manner with patients and their families. Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unable to communicate. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
- Creates a welcoming environment and acts as a patient advocate.
- Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unable to communicate.
- Coordinates and participates in a variety of patient care activities in the examination and treatment of patients to include: vital signs, blood draws, intake, assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, using standard equipment; records data for medical record.
- Performs patient intake and enters data into EMR.
- Adheres to patient intake standards.
- Prepares patients for examination and treatment assisting clinicians where appropriate.
- Prepares and sets up medical supplies, instruments and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Performs various laboratory testing, daily controls and additional duties as needed.
- Performs drug screens as needed.
- Confers with patient to obtain accurate information for records. Assists in completion of insurance/compensation/disability forms.
- Works directly under supervision of the clinician, practice manager and registered nurse to provide uncompromising service to patients and community.
- Supports Patient Service Representatives by performing the patient registration process as needed and under direction of management.
- Maintains work area in clean and orderly condition; sets up, cleans and disinfects examination rooms; monitors and ensures appropriate inventory of medical supplies in examination rooms; replenishes as required.
- Ensures adequate and appropriate patient follow-up regarding prescriptions, referrals and diagnostic testing. Contributes to patient care through patient and family education, distributing resource literature and referrals as needed.
- Complies with quality assurance, HIPAA, customer service, infection control, and safety guidelines and other policies as set forth.
- Interacts calmly, respectfully and in a friendly manner with other clinic staff. Refers patients to proper resources including transfer, follow up and appointments as directed by clinician.
- Participates in ongoing training through completion of online training, attending in-person training sessions and meetings as required.
- Participates in development and implementation of general policies and procedures to provide for the physical and emotional comfort and safety of patients.
- Associates Degree in related field preferred, minimum of High School diploma required
- Vocational training as a medical assistant preferred
- Medical Assistant Certification or EMP a plus
- Current certification required based on clinic specialty, including but not limited to PALS, ACLS, BLS
- Ability to perform patient intake and document problems appropriately, seeking guidance as needed
- High degree of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to determine needs, provide information, instruct, and provide emotional support
- Strong planning, problem solving, organizational, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of general office equipment including fax and copy machines, multi-line phone system, and personal computer
- Working knowledge of medical terminology
- Ability to address and resolve conflict in a professional manner, including challenging patients/clients and stressful situations
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to perform detail-oriented work
- Ability to work independently yet in conjunction with a team
- Ability to adapt to a changing and growing atmosphere
- Courteous and professional demeanor
- Willingness to work as a team player to meet common goals of the department
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent customer service skills
- Promote positive department morale through effective teamwork
- Ability to work and travel to multiple locations if needed
- Job performed in a well-lighted, modern office setting.
- Occasional travel locally
- Occasional lifting/carrying (10 pounds or less)
- Occasional standing/bending
- Moderate to high stress level
- Prolonged sitting
- Prolonged computer/PC work
- Prolonged telephone use
Also, may require physical and/or mental stamina to work overtime, additional hours beyond a regular schedule and/or more than five days per week.