Treasure Coast Maternity Center is a nonprofit 501(c) 3 corporation located in Stuart, Florida that leads a cooperative community effort to reduce fetal and infant mortality and improve the health and developmental outcomes of infants, childbearing women, and their families in Martin County.
Values:
- Accountability
- Dignity
- Family
- Passion
- Vulnerability
Position Description: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) to join our Mom Mobile Unit. The role requires clinical and administrative skills. The Mom Mobile travels to different locations to offer prenatal care. The MA will support the midwife by assisting with patient care and administrative tasks including preparing for blood draws, taking vital signs and ensuring smooth operation of Mom Mobile.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the Certified Nurse Midwife to assist with prenatal exams, clients education, and general care
- Take vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and weight) and perform routine screenings such as urine dipsticks and glucose checks
- Draw blood samples for routine prenatal lab work including but not limited to CBC, glucose levels, HIV and syphilis testing to be sent to Quest Diagnostics for analysis;
- Support the midwife in ensuring proper blood collection and handling of samples for lab submission.
- Ensure that the mobile unit is fully stocked, clean and ready for service at all times. This includes managing medical supplies, equipment and general upkeep of the vehicle.
- Assist with scheduling client appointments maintaining accurate client records and handling other clerical duties as needed.
- Assist with the promotion of services to the local community and help build trust within underserved populations.
- Work closely with other healthcare professionals including the certified midwife to ensure high-quality care is provided to all clients.
- Adhere to all applicable healthcare regulations and protocols for client care as well as policies and procedures of the organization.
- Review patients’ chief complaint and prepares electronic medical chart for medical providers to use during a visit.
- Order on-site testing, labs, immunizations, referrals, authorizations and procedures per provider’s order.
- Secure patient information and maintains patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records and other patient information according privacy policies and HIPAA standards.
- Maintains a safe, secure and healthy work environment.
- Conduct routine checks and maintenance of the mobile unit, ensuring the vehicle is in good working condition (e.g., checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and basic vehicle functionality).
- Follow standards and procedures outlined in the employee manual.
- Report to off site location for work as needed. (Be available to travel for work)
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a medical assistant preferably in an OB/GYN or prenatal care setting.
- Valid Florida Driver’s license
- Spanish Required
- Current CPR and First Aid certification required; additional certifications such as phlebotomy preferred.
- Experience with phlebotomy and lab specimen handling including sending samples to external labs (Quest Diagnostics experience preferred).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARDS
- Collaborates effectively with the team, treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
- Adheres to equal employment opportunity guidelines, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Accepts direction from supervisors respectfully and constructively.
- Maintains professional relationships with colleagues, vendors, clients, and third parties.
- Complies with all policies and procedures of Treasure Coast Maternity Center.
- Delivers compassionate care and is committed to serving clients in need of healthcare support.
Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements:
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to infection control, ensuring a safe and effective environment at all times.
- Highly organized with the ability to schedule efficiently, maintain professionalism, and prioritize customer focus while ensuring confidentiality.
- Exceptional bedside manner, providing compassionate care and building rapport with patients.
- Works effectively as part of a medical team, with a strong understanding of extensive medical terminology.
- Possesses in-depth knowledge and expertise in U.S. healthcare medical terms and insurance eligibility.
- Experience working within the U.S. healthcare industry and familiarity with insurance processes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfortable using the internet for research and communication.
- Ability to interact effectively with a diverse patient population.
- Strong professional communication, documentation, and time management skills.
- Capable of clear and effective verbal and written communication in English and Spanish.
- Flexible with work location and schedule, including the possibility of evenings or weekends based on business needs.
- Bilingual skills are preferred.
- Adherence to HIPPA compliance
- Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required based on Mom Mobile schedule.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry medical supplies and equipment up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and assist with patient movement or transfers when needed.
Special Requirements and Physical Demands: The candidate must have a reliable vehicle, possess a valid Florida Driver’s License, maintain a satisfactory driving record, and be eligible for coverage under any applicable agency insurance. The candidate must be able to use keyboarding skills by using their hands to enter data and text. The candidate must be able to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, climb stairs, balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The candidate must also be able to lift or move up to 10 lbs and occasionally move up to lift 25 lbs.
The company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements. The employee will be required to follow other instructions and perform other duties requested by his/her supervisor.
Treasure Coast Maternity Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive team. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 772-463-2888.
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person