Medical Assistant - OBGYN

Lee Health•Fort Myers, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides 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. The role supports patient safety and care delivery through phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, assisting with minor procedures, processing lab specimens, safely operating medical equipment, providing patient instructions, and handling and administering medications in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. The Medical Assistant collects, communicates, and documents accurate patient information and maintains medical records according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. Other duties include coordinating requests for information and prescriptions and maintaining and preparing patient care areas for efficient, effective, and safe care. Late hours, holidays, and weekends may be required. Other duties may be assigned by the department Manager/Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge required.
BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) required and must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.
Medical Assistant experience is preferred, but not required for graduates who completed an accredited medical assisting program within the past two years.
One year of recent clinical experience within the last four years in a physician’s office or hospital outpatient department may be accepted in lieu of a degree, diploma, or certificate from an accredited medical assisting program.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a medical assisting program or accredited post-secondary medical assisting program that prepares the candidate to take the CMA, CCMA, or RMA national exam.
CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), CCMA (National Healthcareer Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists) certification.
Medical Assistant 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.
Safely operate medical equipment.
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 as assigned by the department Manager/Supervisor.