Certified Medical Assistant - Ambulatory

Why work at TidalHealth?

Looking for a rewarding place to work? Choose TidalHealth. Our hospitals have been named among the Top 5 percent of all U.S. hospitals by Healthgrades and a five-star hospital by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Located just 30 minutes from the beach, TidalHealth offers the widest array of specialty and subspecialty services such as neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, emergency/trauma care, comprehensive cancer care, wound care and clinical trials and research. Take advantage of our tuition assistance and scholarship programs to grow both personally and professionally.

Certified Medical Assistant Position Summary

The Medical Assistant provides clinical support for the Practice by maintaining flow for the providers under the direct supervision of office leadership. The Medical Assistant rooms patients, takes vitals, ensures patient records are accurate, and provides back office clerical support, as needed. The Medical Assistant performs other clinical, laboratory, administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate office functions.

Certified Medical Assistant Position Requirements

Medical Assistant Certification required upon hire or transfer.
Two Years experience in a physician's practice preferred.
High School graduate or equivalent required.

Certified Medical Assistant Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, Day Shift

Certified Medical Assistant Benefits

At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 80 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 40 hours per pay period are eligible for benefits.
Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.

Salary range:

$17.41

$24.37

Commensurate with experience

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