Planned Parenthood·Pembroke Pines, Florida
The Medical Assistant is responsible for patient intake, STI screenings, and providing non-directive education on reproductive health services. They also maintain sanitized exam rooms and ensure accurate patient documentation in compliance with confidentiality standards.
Medical Assistant – make an impact!
If you love the idea of making an impact on your community with a strong mission oriented organization, we want to hear from you! Planned Parenthood of Florida is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our talented team in our Golden Glades health center. You will be an integral part of our culture which fosters a commitment to our workplace values: respect, caring, support, effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability and responsibility.
We believe that reproductive self determination and the right to privacy are core human freedoms. Our mission is to provide exceptional cutting edge sexual and reproductive health care (including abortion), through education, advocacy and clinical services that are affordable, accessible and available to all people in the community, regardless of income, race, marital status, religion, or sexual orientation. Please visit us at www.ppfl.org [http://www.ppsenfl.orgto/] to earn more!
This position requires a Level 2 background screening through Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as a condition of employment, pursuant to Chapters 408 and 435, Florida Statutes. https://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-central-services/background-screening/clearinghouse [https://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-central-services/background-screening/clearinghouse]
Conduct patient intake, including medical and social histories, and perform STI screenings and point-of-care testing.
Educate patients in a non-directive manner on birth control options and pregnancy-related services, supporting informed decision-making.
Ensure exam rooms are properly prepped and sanitized between patients, and assist with basic clinical tasks and lab work in accordance with medical standards.
Provide excellent patient service aligned with Planned Parenthood’s values of respect, equity, and inclusion.
Accurately maintain patient records and documentation while upholding confidentiality and compliance standards.
Support the daily operations of the health center through cross-functional collaboration, flexibility, and accountability.
A strong commitment to our mission and values.
Ability to relate to and care for diverse populations and communities.
Conscientious, cooperative, and detail oriented.
Stable, dependable and accountable.
Friendly and professional demeanor that helps patients feel comfortable.
Hourly compensation range for Medical Assistant: Starting at $18.00/ [http://16.0.0.0/] hour, commensurate with experience and local market conditions.
Eligible for all applicable benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days from your hire date.
We value work-life balance, offering generous PTO and holidays.
Planned Parenthood of Florida is a Drug Free workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
Candidates must be high school graduates with at least one year of experience and a strong commitment to reproductive rights. Proficiency in Spanish and experience with Microsoft Office are preferred.
Market context
Florida employers commonly seek Medical Assistants for physician offices and specialty clinics, and candidates with urology exposure and EMR proficiency can stand out. This role is competitive because programs, certification preference, and prior office experience help employers reduce onboarding time. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform, then tailor your application to highlight your Medical Assistant training, any certification, and hands-on EMR experience.
