PRN Medical Assistant - Peds Primary - Bonita - Travels for Coverage

Lee Health•Estero, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lee Health is seeking a dependable, flexible PRN Medical Assistant to support Golisano Pediatrics Primary Care at multiple locations. The home base is Bonita Health Center, and travel to other designated pediatric primary care sites is required as needed for staffing and patient care. PRN hours are as-needed and not guaranteed; shifts may vary between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM, and weekend availability may be required. The stated hourly rate is $26.82. Under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician or physician assistant, the Medical Assistant supports all aspects of medical practice and contributes to an excellent customer experience in a team-based environment. The role includes supporting patient safety, clinical procedures and testing, medication handling and administration according to regulatory standards and organizational policies, accurate patient information collection and documentation, and maintaining medical records. The position also helps coordinate information and prescription requests and prepares and maintains patient care areas for safe, efficient care. Late hours, holidays, and weekends may be required. Other duties may be assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor. Potential coverage locations include Golisano Pediatrics at Cape Coral Hospital, Franklin Park, Harbor Blvd., Lehigh Acres, Page Field, Bimini Square, and Bayshore Road.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet at least one of the following minimum qualification pathways: graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the past two years; hold an active CMA, CCMA, or RMA 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) is required and must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.
Willingness to travel to designated pediatric primary care locations as needed.
Availability for variable PRN shifts; early or late hours and weekends may be required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited medical assisting program or accredited post-secondary medical assisting program preparing the candidate to take the CMA, CCMA, or RMA national exam.
Medical Assistant experience; experience is not required for graduates who completed an accredited medical assisting program within the past two years.
CMA certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants, CCMA certification through the National Healthcareer Association, or RMA certification through American Medical Technologists.
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.

Responsibilities

Assist in 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.
Perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
Assist with minor procedures and process laboratory specimens.
Operate medical equipment safely.
Provide patient instructions.
Handle and administer medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures, under 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 for efficient, effective, and safe patient care delivery.
Travel to designated pediatric primary care locations as needed to support staffing and patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned by the department Manager or Supervisor.