Medical Assistant​/LPN

Statement of Purpose

This position is on-site at a Metro Healthy Communities clinic, supporting a community-based Primary Care team. The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care, clinical support, and accurate documentation, working collaboratively with Providers and staff to deliver safe, high-quality, and compliant care in a diverse community setting.

• Perform patient intake, including vital signs, medical history review, and risk assessments
• Room patients and prepare them for provider visits
• Carry out provider orders, including venipuncture, injections, specimen collection, and medication administration
• Document patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record
• Triage patient phone calls and walk-ins; identify urgent concerns and elevate appropriately
• Assist with prior authorizations, referrals, and other clinical administrative tasks
• Provide basic patient education and health counseling as directed
• Review charts daily to ensure documentation is complete and visit‑ready
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and clinic protocols
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, behavioral health, and support staff
• File lab results, referrals, and medical records as needed
• Assist with data collection and clinic initiatives as requested
• Travel and work between Pinellas County clinic locations as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned within Medical Assistant scope of practice

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Assistant experience
• At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience
• At least 1 year of injection experience
• Current CPR certification

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and documentation standards
• Experience with OSHA requirements, safety protocols, and compliance standards
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team
• Understanding of patient triage and basic community health resources
• Commitment to compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered care

• Valid Florida driver’s license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel between clinic locations
• Successful completion of Level II background check, fingerprinting, and E‑Verify employment eligibility