Experienced Medical Assistant - Pediatric Urgent Care - 4x10 Schedule

Lee Health•Naples, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Lee Health is seeking an experienced, adaptable Medical Assistant to support Pediatric Specialties and Urgent Care at Golisano Pediatric Specialties and Urgent Care in Naples, Florida. This float position is based at the Naples location and is scheduled for four 10-hour shifts per week. Weekday and weekend availability is required, with schedules provided in advance. The role is also required to float to LPG and Hospital Outpatient Department locations across four counties. Under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant, the Medical Assistant supports all aspects of medical practice and provides an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment. The position contributes to patient safety and care delivery through phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, assistance with minor procedures, lab specimen processing, safe operation of medical equipment, patient instruction, and medication handling and administration in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. The Medical Assistant collects, communicates, and documents accurate patient information and maintains medical records in accordance with applicable standards and policies. Other duties include coordinating requests for information and prescriptions and maintaining and preparing 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.
At least three years of experience in a Medical Assistant role within the last four years.
Hands-on injection experience is required.
Availability to work weekdays and weekends on a four-shift, 10-hour schedule.
BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) is required and must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.
Medical terminology, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare the candidate for a national medical assistant certification exam.
Active CMA certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants, CCMA certification from the National Healthcareer Association, or RMA certification from American Medical Technologists.

Responsibilities

Assist with all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant.
Provide an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment.
Support patient safety and perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
Assist with minor procedures and process lab specimens.
Operate medical equipment safely.
Provide patient instructions and handle and administer medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures, under direct supervision.
Collect, communicate, and document accurate patient information and 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 patient care delivery.
Float to LPG and Hospital Outpatient Department locations across four counties.
Perform other duties as assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.

Benefits

Standard sign-on bonus of $3,500 for eligible full-time candidates.
Additional quick-start bonus of $1,500 for qualifying hires who start within 30 days of offer.
Potential total sign-on bonus of $5,000.
Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 for eligible candidates.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.
Paid time off and holidays.
Tuition assistance after one year of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).