Description

Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida believes in a foundation of excellence and strives to meet this every day with a goal to deliver superior and safe patient care. JISF has 5 important company elements: Professionalism, Teamwork, Attitude, Accuracy and Productivity.

We are currently seeking a full time Certified Medical Assistant to join our team at JISF! Our Medical Assistants work in a fast-paced medical environment and assist our Physicians in the treatment of patients within our facilities. If you are someone that wants to jump start their career in the healthcare industry and understand the value of providing quality patient care here in Southwest Florida, this is the position for you!

This position may float between our Fort Myers and Naples Clinics.

 Some expected duties of the Medical Assistant include: 

• Escort patients to examination rooms. Obtain and record vitals and patient history into Centricity
• Presents patient history summary and alerts provider to provider related to changes in patient medical standing
• Assist provider with charting and documentation in company's EMR to include posting charges, billing and diagnosis codes, etc.
• Assist in writing prescriptions and clinical orders (i.e. physical therapy, MRI, and CTs)
• Access Epic/RRC/EMR systems to pull imaging when necessary
• Ensure proper documentation in chart/EMR the day of visit (.i.e. current MRI report and image, labs, EMG/NCV, post-surgery report, etc.)
• Assist with splinting/casting, cast removal, suture and staple removal, fitting and dispensing DMEs
• Assist with sterile procedures (i.e. injections, radio frequency, and spinal cord stimulator trials)
• Counsels patients in the office and on the phone concerning physician's orders, medication, and/or questions concerning surgery
• Stock and clean exam rooms
• Perform work related duties as required and other tasks as assigned
• Maintain strictest confidentially in accordance with HIPPA compliance
• Maintain knowledge of ICD-9 diagnostic coding and CPT procedure codes
• Maintain knowledge of operation and maintenance of clinical equipment, drugs, and supplies

Build your new career with Benefits! Our fulltime staff are eligible for the following benefits!

• The Usual: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision coverage after 60 days of employment.
• The Good: Generous 401(k) with Employer Match and ability to contribute after 90 days! (Employer match begins at 1 year of employment)
• The Best: Paid Time Off accrual and 7.5 Company Paid Holidays

Requirements

If you are a person who possess the following, we'd love to talk with you! 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Active Medical Assistant, EMT, CNA Certification (highly preferred)
• Has basic understanding of medical terminology
• Has basic understanding of anatomy and physiology
• Excels in customer service 
• Possesses strong understanding of HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Knowledgeable with medical diagnosis' (highly preferred)
• Strong ability to prioritize and multitask
• Is a team player
• Has ability to remain calm and effective in busy and/or stressful situations