Medical Assistant

Pediatrics of South Floridaover 1 year ago
Key Biscayne, Florida, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
$19-$21 Hourly

Job Description

Position Overview

Pediatrics of South Florida has an excellent opportunity for a Medical Assistant at our Key Biscayne location. As an established and fast-growing practice, we are looking for a skilled, outgoing, and reliable employee with experience in pediatrics. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in pediatrics, urgent care centers, or related specialties. Compensation: Competitive, ranging from $19.00 - $21.00 per hour for a full-time position (expected 40 hours per week). This role offers the chance to work in-person in a dynamic clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide initial patient evaluation
  • Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness, sterilizing equipment, and disposing of contaminated supplies
  • Fulfill medical orders for treatments, prescription/refills, administration of medication, ancillary testing, and referrals
  • Maintain communication with hospitals to obtain lab and x-ray results
  • Assist doctors in procedures (e.g., injections, removing sutures) and administer immunizations and medication injections
  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
  • Exhibit a professional demeanor with a warm and welcoming bedside manner
  • Demonstrate excellent time management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • MA diploma / Certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1 year of Medical Assistant experience
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish

Benefits & Perks

  • Paid time off

Required Skills

bilingual English-Spanish
fulfilling medical orders
patient evaluation
sterilization and contamination control
record maintenance
assisting in procedures
communication
treatment room preparation
medication administration
time management