Location & Practice Overview

The Certified Medical Assistant position is located at the CAN Community Health clinic on Philips Highway in Jacksonville, Florida. This outpatient community health center delivers accessible primary and specialty services centered on HIV and related infectious conditions.

Facility Type Community health clinic
Care Setting Outpatient
Address 4615 Philips Highway, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Practice Model Integrated community-based care

Responsibilities

  • Conduct medical intake, including vital signs and collection of patient history.
  • Perform patient evaluations and assessments; document and report symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in condition.
  • Administer immunizations as directed by the provider and carry out safe phlebotomy under standard precautions.
  • Document patient care in a timely and accurate manner and complete required medical prior authorizations.
  • Maintain temperature logs for refrigerators that store specimens and medications.
  • Assist with front-desk duties such as greeting patients, verifying insurance, scheduling appointments, processing payments, and answering phones.

Clinical support for providers is paired with administrative tasks that support efficient patient flow and complete documentation.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the listed education and credential requirements and be prepared for both clinical and administrative work in an outpatient clinic.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
Certification
CMA, RMA, or CCMA required or obtainable within 6 months of hire
Additional Credentials
CPR certification required
Experience
1+ years in a clinical setting preferred
Other
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus; valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle; must pass Level I (and possibly Level II) background check

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is hourly and based on experience. Full-time employees receive paid time off, holidays, insurance coverage, retirement matching, training, and tuition reimbursement.

  • Compensation: $21.25–$24.43 per hour
  • Generous paid PTO and sick time plus 11 paid company holidays
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution; paid life and disability plans
  • Retirement plan with match of up to 8% of contribution plus additional 1% match
  • Paid training, certification support, and tuition reimbursement plan

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time
Shift Day shift
Typical Hours Monday–Thursday longer clinic day; Friday shorter morning hours
Work Setting On-site outpatient clinic

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The clinic serves patients receiving care for HIV, Hepatitis C, sexually transmitted infections, and related health needs in an outpatient community setting.

Primary Focus Patients living with or at risk for HIV and other infectious diseases
Clinical Context Outpatient primary and specialty infectious disease care
Care Needs Ongoing management, testing, and supportive services

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work supports providers delivering outpatient care for HIV and related infectious conditions and includes intake, specimen collection, and immunization services.

Core Support Medical intake, vital signs, and patient assessment for infectious disease and primary care visits
Procedural Services Phlebotomy and immunizations under provider direction
Documentation Focus Accurate clinical recording and prior-authorization support

Role Highlights

This position is based in a community health setting focused on HIV, Hepatitis C, and infectious disease care.

  • Direct contribution to care for patients impacted by HIV, Hepatitis C, and STIs in a dedicated community clinic
  • Combined clinical and front-desk responsibilities within a mission-driven nonprofit setting
  • Work within a nonprofit community health organization providing HIV, STI, and Hepatitis C services

About CAN Community Health

CAN Community Health is a nonprofit organization that has provided HIV, STI, and Hepatitis C testing, treatment, and related support services for more than 35 years. It operates multiple clinic locations across several states and emphasizes integrated medical, prevention, pharmacy, behavioral health, and support services.

Organization Type Nonprofit community health provider
Years of Service Over 35 years
Service Scope HIV, STI, and Hepatitis C care plus primary care, pharmacy, behavioral health, and support services
Geographic Reach Multiple clinics across several U.S. states

Frequently Asked Questions

Is certification required before starting, or can it be obtained after hire?
Certification as a CMA, RMA, or CCMA is required, but candidates may achieve it within six months of hire if not already certified.
Does the role involve both clinical and administrative duties?
Yes. The position includes medical intake, assessments, phlebotomy, immunizations, and documentation as well as front-desk support such as scheduling, insurance verification, and payment processing.
What background checks are required?
Applicants must pass a Level I background check; a Level II check may also be required.
What clinical experience is preferred for this position?
One or more years of experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
Are there opportunities for professional development?
The organization provides paid training, certification support, and a tuition reimbursement plan.

Certified Medical Assistant in Jacksonville, FL

This full-time Certified Medical Assistant position is located at the CAN Community Health outpatient clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. The role supports providers delivering care to individuals living with or at risk for HIV, Hepatitis C, and other sexually transmitted infections. Daily work includes performing medical intakes and vital signs, conducting patient assessments, administering immunizations, practicing phlebotomy, documenting encounters, and assisting with front-desk functions such as scheduling, insurance verification, and payment collection. Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent, with an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred; CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification is required or must be obtained within six months of hire, along with current CPR certification. One or more years of clinical experience is preferred. Compensation ranges from $21.25 to $24.43 per hour based on experience. The schedule follows a standard day-shift pattern with longer hours Monday through Thursday and shorter Friday hours. Benefits include paid time off, eleven company holidays, health, dental, and vision coverage with company contribution, retirement matching, paid training, and tuition reimbursement. CAN Community Health is a nonprofit organization with more than 35 years of experience providing integrated HIV and infectious disease services across multiple states.

Submit Application

Apply for This Position Submit your application through MedCareerHub USA