Halifax Health·Daytona Beach, Florida
Provides basic medical care, health teaching, and clinical support in an outpatient medical practice. Responsibilities include performing microbiological tests, administering medications, and orienting new personnel.
Day (United States of America) Office LPN / Certified Medical Assistant Provides basic medical care and health teaching to patients in an outpatient, non-emergency care setting for an outpatient medical practice. Job Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. Graduate of an approved school or institution for Medical Assistants with current certification required. Current BLS Required Strong pharmacological knowledge Meets or exceeds level I & II
Level III In addition to all tasks included in level I and II Registration functions Check in Check out Collect copays Cash procedures Assist provider in obtaining microbiological tests such as: Streptococcal testing Urine culture Wound culture Vaginal cultures Gram staining Sensitivity testing Sputum culture Perform tuberculosis screen Tine Mantoux Screen and follow up patient test results Alert provider of abnormal results Upon provider order: Discuss test results with patient and document conversation Instruct patient on diet modification Instruct patient on drug dosage modification Schedule patient for Hospitalization Surgery Return office visit Outside provider visits Physical therapy Other treatments Prepare and administer medications as directed by provider Calculate drug dosage Reconstitute a powdered medication Mixing medications from separate vials Evaluate and recommend equipment and supplies Evaluate and compare medical supplies Instruct patient with special needs Instruct and demonstrate routine procedures for monitoring body functions Instruct and demonstrate safety procedures for home medical equipment Demonstrate care and use of special equipment to patient Crutches Walker Cane Wheelchair Hearing aids Braces Splints Casts Slings Prosthetic appliances Provide written and verbal instructions on chronic disease conditions as instructed by provider Teach patient methods of health promotion and disease prevention Provide verbal and written information about routine physical examinations and laboratory testing Provide verbal and written information as applicable to specialty and provider Nutrition and diet therapy Exercise and weight control Hygiene Sexually transmitted / communicable diseases and preventative measures Family planning Smoking cessation Alcohol / drug prevention and treatment Instruct and assist patients with performance of self breast examinations Refer patients to outside resources as instructed by provider Orient and train personnel Introduce office staff Orient to facility Assist in completion of personnel documents Assign work schedule Make daily work assignments Demonstrate use of policy and procedure manuals for office Demonstrate use of office equipment Provide information on CDC universal precautions, OSHA, CLIA, and American Disabilities Act regulations Emergency preparedness plan TJC, ACHA, DCF as applicable Work Conditions Indoor, fast paced, goal oriented environment. Moderate fatigue arising from long periods or walking, standing, and or sitting. We're glad you're here. As a cornerstone of our community, we need strong, compassionate and talented medical professionals just like you. Our team works together to ensure that families receive the highest-quality care in a pleasant setting where they feel valued. Fraudulent website operators have been trying to direct applicant communication to WhatsApp or other encrypted messaging platforms (Telegram, Signal, etc.) - Halifax Health will only communicate by phone and from halifax.org email addresses. If you're interested in exploring career opportunities within Halifax Health and unsure of where to start, upload your resume here. Our Recruiters will review and contact you if there is an opportunity that seems like a good match. Recognized as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ in the United States by IBM Watson Health™, Halifax Health serves Volusia and Flagler counties, providing a continuum of health care services through a network of organizations including a tertiary hospital, two community hospitals, urgent care clinics, psychiatric services, a cancer treatment center with five outreach locations, the area’s largest hospice, a center for inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, primary care walk-in clinics, a clinic specializing in women’s health, a pediatric care community clinic, five pediatric medical practices, a home health care agency and an exclusive provider organization. Halifax Health offers the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC), Center for Transplant Services, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Services, complete Neurosurgical Services, OB Emergency Department and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit that cares for babies born earlier than 28 weeks.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and graduation from an approved Medical Assistant program with current certification. Must hold a current BLS certification and possess strong pharmacological knowledge.
Market context
In Florida, support-services openings often draw steady demand because facilities rely on CNAs and other support staff to keep daily operations moving. These roles are competitive when employers need current Florida CNA licensure, AHA BLS certification, and EKG skills, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here save you time by pulling key details from the original posting. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note any EKG experience clearly in your resume.
