<p>The Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute in West Palm Beach, Florida is recruiting a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support physician operations within one of the country's most recognized centers for congenital, developmental, and post-traumatic orthopedic reconstruction. This is a clinical support role embedded in a specialty practice that serves a global patient population — children and adults — with a philosophy centered on limb preservation, joint reconstruction, and restoration of function. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available for new hires.</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>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</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 national and international referral base — patients travel from across the U.S. and worldwide for care</li> <li>Comprehensive, coordinated care model serving both pediatric and adult patients with congenital, developmental, and post-traumatic orthopedic conditions</li> <li>Treatment philosophy emphasizing reconstruction over amputation, limb and joint preservation, and functional restoration</li> <li>Direct physician support role: assist with daily office operations, patient exams, procedures, and patient education under physician supervision</li> <li>Triage responsibilities include monitoring and recording vitals for all visiting patients</li> <li>Clinical procedures include EKG and phlebotomy as applicable</li> <li>Responsible for accurate medical documentation of all office visits</li> <li>Cross-functional coverage: ability to assist office and scheduling coordinators in their absence as needed</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 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>Comfort with EKG performance and phlebotomy in an outpatient specialty setting</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>West Palm Beach sits on Florida's southeastern Atlantic coast, offering year-round warm weather, beaches, and a vibrant arts and dining scene anchored by Clematis Street and the Northwood Village district. The city provides access to top-rated public and private schools, a relatively affordable cost of living compared to Miami, and proximity to Palm Beach Island's cultural institutions. Outdoor recreation — boating, fishing, cycling, and nature preserves — is woven into everyday life, making this a compelling destination for clinicians who want a high quality of life alongside meaningful specialty work.</p>