<p>The Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute in West Palm Beach, Florida is recruiting a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support a specialty physician practice focused on congenital, developmental, and post-traumatic orthopedic and spine conditions. This is a clinically active, patient-facing role within a nationally and internationally recognized institute that treats both pediatric and adult patients from across the U.S. and around the world. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available for new hires, and the position comes with a full benefits package from day one.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>$2,500 sign-on bonus for new hires</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty orthopedic and spine institute with a philosophy centered on reconstruction over amputation, limb and joint preservation, and functional restoration</li> <li>Serves a diverse patient population — local community, national, and international referrals — across both pediatric and adult orthopedics</li> <li>Comprehensive, coordinated care model with an experienced multidisciplinary team tailored to each patient's specific condition</li> <li>CMA works directly alongside the physician to maintain efficient patient flow through exams, procedures, and patient education</li> <li>Clinical responsibilities include triage, vital signs monitoring and documentation, EKG performance, and phlebotomy</li> <li>Ensures accurate medical documentation of all office visits</li> <li>Cross-functional role with the ability to assist office and scheduling coordination in the absence of dedicated staff</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED required</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program required; three years of relevant healthcare work experience accepted in lieu of formal program completion</li> <li>Active Medical Assistant Certification required through one of the following recognized bodies: NHA, AAMA, AMT (Registered Medical Assistant), NCCT, ARMA, or HPRUS — candidates have up to 90 days post-hire to obtain certification</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li> <li>Minimum one year of relevant clinical work experience preferred</li> <li>Proficiency in EKG and phlebotomy preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>West Palm Beach sits on Florida's Atlantic coast, offering year-round sunshine, waterfront living, and a vibrant cultural scene including the Norton Museum of Art, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, and easy access to Palm Beach's world-class dining and shopping. The area features a relatively affordable cost of living compared to Miami, strong public and private school options, and proximity to major airports — making it an attractive destination for clinicians who want a high quality of life alongside meaningful specialty work.</p>