Medical Assistant - Adult GI - Med Plaza One

Lee Health•Fort Myers, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the Adult Gastroenterology practice at Medical Plaza One in Fort Myers. Under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant, this role assists with all aspects of medical practice and helps provide an excellent patient experience in a team-based environment. The position is part of Lee Health’s expanding Adult Gastroenterology service line and offers the opportunity to build specialty experience alongside providers and clinical teammates. Responsibilities include supporting patient safety and care delivery, performing phlebotomy and point-of-care testing, assisting with minor procedures, processing laboratory specimens, operating medical equipment safely, providing patient instructions, and handling and administering medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policies. The Medical Assistant collects, communicates, and documents accurate patient information and maintains medical records. The role also coordinates requests for information and prescriptions and prepares and maintains patient care areas. This is a full-time position at Medical Plaza One. Clinic hours are between 6:30 AM and 7:00 PM, with schedule options of five 8-hour, four 10-hour, or three 12-hour shifts depending on clinic needs. Scheduling flexibility is required. Early or late hours, holidays, and weekends may be required. Other duties may be assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet at least one of the stated minimum qualifications: graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program within the past two years; hold current CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification; or have at least one year of Medical Assistant experience within the past four years.
Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge.
BLS (American Heart Association Basic Life Support) certification is required within the first 90 days of hire.
Scheduling flexibility is required; early or late hours and/or weekends may be required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program that prepares graduates for the national CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification exam.
Medical Assistant experience, except that experience is not required for qualifying program graduates within two years of completion.
CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification.
Previous specialty experience, especially Gastroenterology experience.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement plan with up to a 5% employer match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness programs and employee discounts.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
Eligible candidates may receive up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus, including a standard $3,500 bonus and an additional $1,500 for eligible candidates who start within 30 days. A two-year employment commitment and eligibility requirements apply.
Eligible candidates relocating more than 50 miles may receive up to $5,000 in relocation assistance.