What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Hunter Recruiting?
Clearwater, FL
The Medical Assistant is responsible for playing a vital role in delivering quality care while working alongside physicians and nurses in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This opportunity offers the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities
Hunter International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
The Medical Assistant is responsible for playing a vital role in delivering quality care while working alongside physicians and nurses in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This opportunity offers the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and perform intake, documenting medical history and symptoms.
- Obtain and record vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
- Assist providers during examinations and clinical procedures.
- Administer injections, immunizations, and medications within certification guidelines.
- Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and basic diagnostic testing.
- Update and maintain accurate patient records in the EMR system.
- Prepare exam rooms, sterilize equipment, and maintain infection control standards.
- Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Complete administrative duties including scheduling, documentation, and patient communication.
- 1–3 years of back-office Medical Assistant experience.
- Active CMA or RMA certification (or applicable state certification/registration).
- Current CPR certification.
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and basic computer skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to pass required TB screening.
- Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and improving the patient experience.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
- Professional phlebotomy experience.
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR).
- Knowledge of HEDIS and value-based care.
- Experience administering vaccines and medications.
- Familiarity with CPT/ICD coding and patient quality measures.
- ARRT Radiologic Technologist license.
- High school diploma or equivalent
Hunter International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.