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Orlando Health

Not-for-profit healthcare system serving the Southeast

Medical Assistant Certified - Float Team

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Completion of medical assistant training from an approved technical school, or verifiable applicable work experience in a patient care setting, is required.
  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification is required.
  • For hires after January 1, 2015, current certification from an accepted medical assistant certifying agency must be obtained within six months of hire; applicants with an accepted certification or registration from an unlisted agency may be considered case by case.
  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and assess data appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients in the assigned department or unit.
  • Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with organizational policies and applicable federal, state, and local standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform patient care under the direction and supervision of a physician or Advanced Practice Provider in an ambulatory care setting.
  • Support effective and professional communication with patients and family members.
  • Work collaboratively with administrative and operations staff.
  • Gather patient data through interviews and observation.
  • Assist patients and families with preparation for examinations.
  • Assist the physician or Advanced Practice Provider during examinations and procedures.
  • Demonstrate competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by the practice.
  • Document treatments, procedures, and patient education according to organizational and department-specific policies.
  • Act as a patient liaison by scheduling and providing information to obtain specialty testing or specialty physician consultations.
  • Process incoming and outgoing calls independently and professionally using sound clinical judgment.
  • Enter medication, laboratory, and diagnostic imaging orders into the electronic medical system under a provider's direction.
  • Follow organizational and department-specific policies, procedures, value statements, and standards for excellence.
  • Demonstrate personal and patient safety practices and follow infection control standards.
  • Maintain compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Participate in Quality Assurance and Quality Indicator activities as assigned.
  • Demonstrate awareness of medical and legal issues, patient rights, and requirements of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
  • Use supplies efficiently.
  • Assist the business office with reception, scheduling, and patient discharge as needed.

About the Company

Orlando Health

Not-for-profit healthcare system serving the Southeast

Orlando Health operates hospitals, clinics, and health services across the southeastern United States as a not-for-profit system. It delivers patient care through its network of facilities and clinicians, coordinating services to ensure continuity of care and reinvesting earnings into community health programs and facility improvements. Its not-for-profit status, long history (over 100 years), and regional focus distinguish it from for-profit competitors by prioritizing community needs over shareholder profits. Its goal is to improve local health and well-being by providing high-quality, accessible care and sustaining community benefits through reinvestment.

Company size
Not listed
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$251.7M
Headquarters
Orlando, FL
Founded
1918

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