Medical Assistant - Family Medicine - Babcock Ranch

Lee Health • Punta Gorda, FL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment while assisting with 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 by performing phlebotomy and 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 applicable standards and policies. The role also coordinates requests for information and prescriptions and maintains and prepares patient care areas to support efficient, effective, and safe care. 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 required.
• BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) certification required within the first 90 days of hire.
• Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge required.
• 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 an accredited medical assisting program degree, diploma, or certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a medical assisting program or accredited post-secondary medical assisting program that prepares the candidate for the CMA, CCMA, or RMA exam is preferred.
• Medical Assistant experience is preferred; it is not required for graduates who completed an accredited medical assisting program within the past two years.
• CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), CCMA (National Healthcareer Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a positive customer experience in a team-based environment.
• Assist with medical practice activities 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; and 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 safe and efficient care delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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