Full-Time

Medical Assistant

Emerald Coast Surgery Center

Deadline 5/4/27
SCA Health

SCA Health

1,001-5,000 employees

Outpatient surgical center delivering safe care

Compensation Overview

$17.31 - $21.02/hr

Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

In Person

Certification

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Epic (EHR)
Medical Terminology
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
OSHA
HIPAA
Patient Education

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Completion of a certified Medical Assistant program, such as CMA, RMA, or equivalent, is preferred.
  • A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a clinical setting is required; orthopedic or surgical specialty experience is a plus.
  • Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and basic computer applications is required.
  • The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail is required.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare exam rooms and assist providers with patient examinations and minor procedures.
  • Record patient medical histories, vital signs, and chief complaints accurately in the electronic medical record.
  • Apply and remove orthopedic devices such as splints, braces, and casts under provider supervision.
  • Provide patient education on preoperative and postoperative care and medication instructions.
  • Assist with in-office imaging coordination, including X-rays and MRIs, and ensure timely follow-up.
  • Maintain clean and well-stocked exam rooms and clinical areas.
  • Perform administrative duties including scheduling appointments, answering phones, and managing patient records.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
  • Support surgical scheduling and preoperative preparation as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with orthopedic-specific electronic medical record systems such as Athenahealth, NextGen, or Epic.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology, procedures, and durable medical equipment.
  • Bilingual ability, such as Spanish or Mandarin.

Arcadia Outpatient Surgery Center, operated by SCA Health, provides outpatient surgical care for procedures that don’t require overnight hospital stays. It uses specialized services and state-of-the-art equipment to perform operations in an ambulatory setting with a family-friendly environment, emphasizing patient safety and high-quality care. Revenue comes from patient fees, insurance reimbursements, and partnerships with other healthcare providers, supported by accreditation from The Joint Commission. The center aims to deliver safe, efficient, and accessible surgical care by operating outside traditional inpatient hospital models and maintaining strong payer and provider partnerships.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$40K

Headquarters

Arcadia, California

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • CMS finalized a 2.6% ASC payment update for 2026, improving reimbursement.
  • CMS began phasing out the inpatient-only list in 2026, shifting volume toward ASCs.
  • SCA Health completed OrthoAlliance in November 2024, strengthening musculoskeletal referral capture.

What critics are saying

  • UnitedHealth cut 572 Optum jobs in New Jersey, signaling continuing operating retrenchment.
  • CMS added 573 ASC procedures in 2026, intensifying price competition and capacity battles.
  • SCA's 2021 DOJ labor-collusion indictment remains an existential reputational and legal overhang.

What makes SCA Health unique

  • Optum-owned SCA Health runs 370+ clinical locations and 250 physician clinics nationwide.
  • The November 2024 OrthoAlliance deal added 200-plus orthopedic physicians across Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky.
  • The June 2026 Englewood Cliffs center showcases SCA Health's joint-venture outpatient buildout expertise.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

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RY Orthopedics
Jan 1st, 2025
Optum’s ASC Unit Buys OrthoAlliance for $1.4 Billion - Orthopedics This Week

SCA Health, the ASC division of Optum, has acquired OrthoAlliance for an estimated $1.4 billion.