Medical Assistant at St Petersburg Free Clinic Inc – St. Petersburg, Florida

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to ensure efficient, high quality patient care. This role

requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask while maintaining patient confidentiality and safety. The Medical Assistant will make a lasting change in the lives of underserved patients in our community, while growing their career. They will report to the Registered Nurse.

Schedule

• 40 Hours Per Week
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Thursday 11:00am – 7:30pm
• Support all SPFC Health Center sites, including satellite sites, depending on daily scheduling needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Position Responsibilities

• Take and record patient vitals (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, weight, height) and document findings in the EMR.
• Prepare examination rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure availability of supplies.
• Assist physicians and other providers during exams and procedures (e.g., rooming patients, passing instruments, preparing supplies, handling specimens).
• Collect specimens for lab testing (e.g., blood, urine) following proper procedures and safety protocols.
• Administer routine medications as permitted by state regulations, under supervision of a licensed clinician (e.g., immunizations, injections, wound care).
• Perform basic phlebotomy as trained and certified; label specimens, ensure proper chain-of-custody, and transport to the appropriate lab.
• Apply and remove dressings, administer first aid, and provide patient education on procedures and aftercare.
• Instruct patients on pre-visit requirements and post-visit care plans; provide medication instructions and safety information.
• Manage infectious disease control and maintain universal precautions; dispose of biohazard waste properly.
• Maintain inventory of medical supplies and coordinate restocking as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with OSHA and HIPAA regulations
• Cross training to support administrative tasks such as scheduling, referrals, and recordkeeping
• Obtains and appropriately files/shares completed patient paperwork and information.
• Contributes to a team environment of meeting program goals.
• All other duties as assigned.

Agency-wide Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation and records in the EMR in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Supports the St. Petersburg Free Clinic’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Adheres to agency policies and procedures and all Federal and State regulations and local ordinances.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong relationship-building skills with both internal stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Capability to prioritize inter- and cross-departmental collaboration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
• Capability to use a broad range of technology?
• Commitment to and modeling of St. Petersburg Free Clinic mission and values
• Database experience or knowledge preferable.?
• Prospect research experience preferable.?
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Medical Assistant Certification or minimum of 2 years of experience
• Passionate for compassionate, patient-centered care
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged period of sitting and/or standing assisting the doctors.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.

SPFC is a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.