Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Assistant, Specialties

The Medical Assistant provides patient care in a physician's office setting under the direct responsibility of a licensed physician. Clinical skills performed are within the scope of a Medical Assistant as defined by Florida Statutes 458.3485 and UFHP clinical policies and procedures. The MA may also perform clerical, insurance and medical record functions. May be required to float to other UFHP practices, as needed, for staffing.
The Licensed Practical Nurse will focus on providing high-level, patient-centered care in a physician office setting by measuring and recording vital signs, placing patients in exam rooms, preparing patients for exams/procedures, assisting the health care provider with exams/procedures, providing patient support during exams, maintaining medical supply inventory and stocking exam rooms. The LPN will also provide patient care by administering medications, processing patient phone calls per practice protocols, instructing patients regarding health care and treatments and providing health care provider with information pertaining to patients' health statuses. May be required to float to other UFHP practices, as needed, for staffing.

Must meet requirements as a Medical Assistant or LPN:
Medical Assistant

• Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited course of study as a medical office assistant or possess the equivalent knowledge and skills base by having completed/graduated from similar type of formal medical training, such as a formal medical services training program offered by the United States Armed Forces (e.g., Health Care Specialist training course, Special Operations Medical Sergeant training course, Hospital Corpsman training course, Health Services Technician).
• Must possess and maintain certification as a Medical Assistant. Candidates with Medical Assistant experience who are not certified must obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• One year of direct patient care experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred.
• Person should display initiative, have the ability to multitask and be able to assume additional responsibilities.
• Proven ability to problem solve and be a team member are essential skills.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Must possess and maintain current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant. Candidates with Medical Assistant experience who are not certified must obtain MA certification within 90 days of hire, and maintain it thereafter.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required or must be obtained within first month of employment. Must maintain current Basic Life Support (CPR).

LPN

• Graduate of an accredited school or training program for Licensed Practical nursing.
• One year of ambulatory care or hospital experience preferred.
• Person should display initiative and have the ability to multitask.
• Outstanding patient/customer service skills, verbal clarity, team focus and problem-solving skills are required for the ideal candidate.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Current licensure by the State of Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (CPR).
• Must successfully complete medication test within 30 days of hire.

Salary:

• Medical Assistant Pay Grade SHN 8: Minimum $18.45/hour - Midpoint $22.65/hour
• LPN Pay Grade SHN 10: Minimum $20.65/hour - Midpoint $26.11/hour