Northeast Florida Health Service Inc
Medical Assistant (Pediatrics)
Northeast Florida Health Service Inc, Deland, Florida, United States, 32723
Pediatrics And Adult Care Medical Assistant
Please note: This role is mainly in Pediatrics, but experience in adult care is also required, as you may occasionally work alongside a Primary Care provider. Some travel may be needed. Clinical Responsibilities
* Greet and room patients, verify identity, and obtain vital signs (height, weight, BP, temperature, pulse, respiration, BMI). * Accurately document patient medical history, medication lists, allergies, and chief complaints in the Electronic Medical Record. * Prepare exam rooms and assist providers with physical exams, and minor procedures. * Administer vaccines and medications via oral, IM, subcutaneous, and intradermal routes according to protocols. * Perform venipuncture for lab draws when necessary * Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose, HbA1c, rapid strep, lead screening, respiratory illness screening, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests). * Conduct vision and hearing screenings as appropriate for age. * Perform EKGs, spirometry, and basic wound care when ordered. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR. Pediatric-Specific Duties
* Plot height, weight, and head circumference on standardized growth charts. * Administer and document immunizations per CDC pediatric schedule and Providers advisement. * Assist with developmental screenings and coordinate authorizations for referrals. * Provide guidance education to parents and caregivers. * Support comfort and safe positioning of infants and children during exams. * Retrieve and update state immunization records. Adult-Specific Duties
* Assist in chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma). * Administer adult vaccines (e.g., flu, Tdap, etc.). * Conduct routine screenings (PHQ-9, tobacco use, etc.) * Support preventive care efforts and health education. Administrative Responsibilities
* Schedule follow-up appointments and manage recall/reminder calls. * Obtain referral authorizations, when necessary, assist to obtain lab results, imaging results, and specialist consultations when necessary. * Process medication refill requests per clinic policy. * Ensure timely documentation and completion of prior authorizations. * Participate in team meetings and quality improvement projects. * Monitor and stock exam rooms and medical supply inventory. * Ensure exam room cleanliness and infection control compliance. Education & Certification
* High School Diploma or equivalent required. * Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required. * Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or NCMA) * Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred but not necessary. Experience
* Experience in outpatient primary care or FQHC setting preferred. * Experience with both pediatric and adult populations is required. * EMR proficiency in eClinicalWorks strongly preferred. * Bilingual (e.g., Spanish, Haitian Creole, etc.) is a plus.
Please note: This role is mainly in Pediatrics, but experience in adult care is also required, as you may occasionally work alongside a Primary Care provider. Some travel may be needed. Clinical Responsibilities
* Greet and room patients, verify identity, and obtain vital signs (height, weight, BP, temperature, pulse, respiration, BMI). * Accurately document patient medical history, medication lists, allergies, and chief complaints in the Electronic Medical Record. * Prepare exam rooms and assist providers with physical exams, and minor procedures. * Administer vaccines and medications via oral, IM, subcutaneous, and intradermal routes according to protocols. * Perform venipuncture for lab draws when necessary * Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose, HbA1c, rapid strep, lead screening, respiratory illness screening, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests). * Conduct vision and hearing screenings as appropriate for age. * Perform EKGs, spirometry, and basic wound care when ordered. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR. Pediatric-Specific Duties
* Plot height, weight, and head circumference on standardized growth charts. * Administer and document immunizations per CDC pediatric schedule and Providers advisement. * Assist with developmental screenings and coordinate authorizations for referrals. * Provide guidance education to parents and caregivers. * Support comfort and safe positioning of infants and children during exams. * Retrieve and update state immunization records. Adult-Specific Duties
* Assist in chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma). * Administer adult vaccines (e.g., flu, Tdap, etc.). * Conduct routine screenings (PHQ-9, tobacco use, etc.) * Support preventive care efforts and health education. Administrative Responsibilities
* Schedule follow-up appointments and manage recall/reminder calls. * Obtain referral authorizations, when necessary, assist to obtain lab results, imaging results, and specialist consultations when necessary. * Process medication refill requests per clinic policy. * Ensure timely documentation and completion of prior authorizations. * Participate in team meetings and quality improvement projects. * Monitor and stock exam rooms and medical supply inventory. * Ensure exam room cleanliness and infection control compliance. Education & Certification
* High School Diploma or equivalent required. * Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required. * Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or NCMA) * Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred but not necessary. Experience
* Experience in outpatient primary care or FQHC setting preferred. * Experience with both pediatric and adult populations is required. * EMR proficiency in eClinicalWorks strongly preferred. * Bilingual (e.g., Spanish, Haitian Creole, etc.) is a plus.