Medical Assistant - Peds Primary - Cape Coral

Lee Health • Fort Myers, FL

78d • $21 - $25

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment while assisting in all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant. This position is responsible for patient safety, performing phlebotomy, point of care testing, assisting in minor procedures, processing lab specimens, safe operation of medical equipment, provides patient instructions, and for handling and administering medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policy and procedure under the direct supervision of a physician or physician assistant. This position is responsible for the collection, communication and documentation of accurate patient information/data and maintaining medical records according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. Other responsibilities include coordinating requests for information and prescriptions, maintain and preparing patient care areas to ensure efficient, effective and safe patient care delivery. Late hours, holidays and weekends may be required. Other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor of the department.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare for national certification preferred.
• Medical Assistant experience preferred but not required for graduates within 2 years of completion of a medical assisting program.
• 1 year of Medical Assistant experience in a physician's office or hospital outpatient department may be accepted in lieu of degree/diploma.
• Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic knowledge of computers required.
• BLS certification required (must be obtained within first 90 days of hire).

Nice To Haves

• CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer experience in a team-based environment.
• Assist in all aspects of medical practice under supervision.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Perform phlebotomy and point of care testing.
• Assist in minor procedures and process lab specimens.
• Safely operate medical equipment.
• Provide patient instructions and handle/administer medications.
• Collect, communicate, and document accurate patient information/data.
• Maintain medical records according to regulatory standards.
• Coordinate requests for information and prescriptions.
• Prepare patient care areas for efficient and safe delivery.
• Work late hours, holidays, and weekends as required.

Benefits

• Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus.
• Up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance (if located greater than 50 miles away).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED