Medical Assistant II

Job Description Summary

The Medical Assistant II (MA) is responsible for providing high-quality compassionate clinical and administrative support to physicians hospitalists and other healthcare professionals in both outpatient and hospital-based settings. This role ensures efficient patient flow accurate documentation and exceptional patient care through coordination education and hands-on service delivery while adhering to established clinical guidelines provider supervision standards and organizational policies.

How will you make an impact & Requirements

Location:4130 S Tamiami Trl Suite 202 Port Charlotte FL 33952

Responsibilities:
Conducts comprehensive patient intakes including obtaining vital signs recording medical histories
and reviewing medication and allergy information.
Assists providers during examinations minor procedures wound care and diagnostic testing while
ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Performs EKGs immunizations and specimen collection in accordance with policy and competency
standards.
Prepares labels and processes laboratory samples and point-of-care tests accurately.
Maintains infection control safety protocols and equipment calibration across all clinical areas.
Supports providers with patient triage care coordination and transitions across clinical settings.
Provides patient education regarding medications treatment plans chronic condition management
and preventive care.
Accurately document clinical data provider instructions and patient updates in the electronic health
record (EHR).
Schedules confirms and tracks patient appointments referrals authorizations and test results to
ensure timely care.
Verifies insurance coverage and assists with prior authorizations billing and coding processes as
needed.
Monitors inventory levels and prepares examination or procedure rooms with required supplies and
equipment.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives clinical audits and safety drills to support
continuous quality improvement.
Facilitates communication among patients providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure
coordinated patient-centered care.
Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA OSHA infection control and all compliance standards.
Upholds compassionate culturally competent care while maintaining sensitivity to diverse patient
populations.
Demonstrate excellent guest service to internal team members and patients.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
1 years of experience in a physicians office clinic or hospital setting.
Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems (Epic Athena Cerner or equivalent).
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Certification or registration (AAMA AMT NHA or equivalent) strongly preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Certified in EKG or phlebotomy procedures through an approved program preferred.
Prior exposure to multi-specialty or hospital-based environments preferred.
Skilled in obtaining and documenting vital signs (blood pressure temperature pulse respiration SpO₂
height and weight).
Proficient in EKG administration and other routine diagnostic procedures as directed by the provider.
Knowledge of infection control universal precautions and sterile technique.
Competent in assisting with minor procedures patient preparation and clinical room setup.
Proficient in medical terminology documentation accuracy and appointment scheduling.
Strong computer skills including accurate data entry and EHR navigation.
Ability to manage multiple priorities follow workflows and maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrates professionalism accountability and teamwork consistent with the organizations
mission vision and values.
Demonstrates professionalism reliability and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Committed to continuous learning patient-centered care and upholding quality and safety standards.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced cross-functional environment.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work. Exerng up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force
frequently or constantly to li carry push pull or otherwise move objects. Repeve moon.
Substanal movements (moons) of the wrists hands and/or fingers. The worker must have close
visual acuity to perform an acvity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing;
viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Ability to li to 15 lbs. independently not to exceed
50 lbs. without help.