Medical Assistant - Oncology Physicians - The Sanctuary - Regional Cancer Center

Lee Health • Fort Myers, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Lee Health’s Regional Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support oncology care and build patient relationships as part of a multidisciplinary team. The Medical Assistant provides an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment and assists with all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant.

Responsibilities include supporting patient safety; performing phlebotomy and point-of-care testing; assisting with minor procedures; processing lab specimens; operating medical equipment safely; providing patient instructions; and handling and administering medications in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. The role also involves collecting, communicating, and documenting accurate patient information, maintaining medical records, coordinating requests for information and prescriptions, and preparing and maintaining patient care areas for safe and efficient care delivery. Late hours, holidays, and weekends may be required, along with other duties assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Meet at least one of these criteria: graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last two years; hold an active CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification; or have one year of Medical Assistant experience within the last four years.
• Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge.
• BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) certification is required and must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.
• Early or late hours and/or weekends may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare the Medical Assistant for a national CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification exam.
• CMA (AAMA), CCMA (National Health Career Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists) certification.
• Medical Assistant experience; experience is not required for qualifying recent graduates.
• One year of Medical Assistant experience in a physician’s office or hospital outpatient department may be accepted in lieu of a degree or diploma from an accredited medical assisting program.

Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment.
• Assist in all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant.
• Support patient safety.
• Perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
• Assist with minor procedures.
• Process lab specimens.
• Operate medical equipment safely.
• Provide patient instructions.
• Handle and administer medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures, under the direct supervision of a physician or physician assistant.
• Collect, communicate, and document accurate patient information and data.
• Maintain medical records according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate requests for information and prescriptions.
• Maintain and prepare patient care areas to support efficient, effective, and safe care delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $21.54–$25.31 per hour.
• Sign-on bonus of $3,500, with an additional $1,500 for candidates who start within 30 days, up to $5,000 total; a two-year commitment to an eligible Medical Assistant position is required and additional eligibility requirements may apply.
• $5,000 relocation package for eligible candidates living more than 50 miles away.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan with up to 5% employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement after one year.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED