verawholehealth
Medical Assistant I
3420 US Highway 27 N, Sebring, FL
316 W Interlake Blvd, Lake Placid, FL
Full-time · $19–$23/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Job Description Summary
Medical Assistant I – (MPG)Primary Location (Starting Point): 3420 US Highway 27 N, Sebring, FL Future Location (Opening in a Few Months): 316 W Interlake Blvd, Lake Placid, FL
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Pay Range: $19–$23/hr
Experience Required: 1–2 years as a Medical Assistant
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays
About the Role
MPG is seeking a compassionate, detail‑oriented Medical Assistant I to support physicians and healthcare professionals in a fast‑paced outpatient setting. This role begins at our Sebring clinic and will transition to our new Lake Placid location once it opens in the coming months. Candidates must be comfortable working in Sebring initially and relocating their daily work to Lake Placid when the new office launches.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional patient care through hands‑on clinical support, coordination, and patient education.
How will you make an impact & Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient intakes, including vital signs, medical histories, medications, and allergies
Assist providers with exams, minor procedures, wound care, and diagnostic testing
Perform EKGs, immunizations, and specimen collection
Prepare, label, and process lab samples and point‑of‑care tests
Maintain infection control, safety protocols, and equipment calibration
Support triage, care coordination, and transitions across clinical settings
Provide patient education on medications, treatment plans, chronic conditions, and preventive care
Document clinical data and provider instructions accurately in the EHR
Schedule appointments, manage referrals, authorizations, and track test results
Verify insurance coverage and assist with prior authorizations, billing, and coding
Maintain exam rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and safety drills
Facilitate communication among patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams
Uphold HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and compliance standards
Demonstrate excellent guest service to patients and internal team members
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills
Injections
Manual vital signs
EMR experience
EKG competency
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
1–2 years of Medical Assistant experience
Open to all specialties; primary care experience not required
Strong communication, patient‑service, and teamwork skills
Ability to prioritize and manage recurring clinical tasks
Must be comfortable starting in Sebring and transitioning to Lake Placid
Reliable transportation required
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Compensation Range:
$19.00to
$28.50
The anticipated base salary range represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.