Medical Assistant - Adult GI - Med Plaza One

Location: Medical Plaza One -9800 S Healthpark Drive Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: HOD HB Adult GI

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/7:00:00AM to 7:00:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $21.54 - $25.31 / hour

Summary

Medical Assistant Adult Gastroenterology

Lee Health | Lee Physician Group
Medical Plaza One
9800 S. HealthPark Drive | Fort Myers, FL 33908

Join Lee Health's Adult Gastroenterology team at Medical Plaza One and make a difference in the lives of patients every day. As a Medical Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced providers in a collaborative specialty practice focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care. If you're looking to grow your career in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday
• Candidates must be flexible with scheduling and may work a combination of:
  • 5 x 8-hour shifts
  • 4 x 10-hour shifts
  • 3 x 12-hour shifts
• Hours of operation are between 6:30 AM and 7:00 PM based on clinic needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the past two years , OR
• Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA AAMA, CCMA NHA, or RMA AMT), OR
• Minimum of one year of Medical Assistant experience within the past four years .

Why Lee Health?

At Lee Health, we're committed to investing in our team members through competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and one of the region's most comprehensive benefits packages.

Sign-On & Relocation Opportunities

Qualified candidates may be eligible for:

• Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • $3,500 standard sign-on bonus
  • Additional $1,500 for eligible candidates who start within 30 days
• Up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance for candidates relocating from more than 50 miles away.
• Sign-on bonuses require a two-year employment commitment.

Lee Health Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with up to a 5% employer match
• Generous 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)
• Career advancement opportunities within one of Florida's largest not-for-profit health systems
• Wellness programs and employee discounts

Join a team dedicated to providing outstanding gastroenterology care while building a rewarding career with one of Southwest Florida's most trusted healthcare organizations. Apply today to become part of Lee Health's Adult Gastroenterology team at Medical Plaza One.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing 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. This position is responsible for patient safety, performing phlebotomy, point of care testing, assisting in minor procedures, processing lab specimens, safe operation of medical equipment, provides patient instructions, and for handling and administering medications according to regulatory standards and organizational policy and procedure under the direct supervision of a physician or physician assistant. This position is responsible for the collection, communication and documentation of accurate patient information/data and maintaining medical records according to regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures. Other responsibilities include coordinating requests for information and prescriptions, maintain and preparing patient care areas to ensure efficient, effective and safe patient care delivery. Late hours, holidays and weekends may be required. Other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor of the department.

Requirements

Education :

High School Diploma or GED Required. Completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare the medical assistant to take national CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health Career Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists) medical assistant certification exam preferred.

Experience :

Medical Assistant experience preferred but not required for graduates within 2 years completion of a medical assisting program or postsecondary medical assisting program accredited to prepare the medical assistant to take the national CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health Career Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists).

1 year of Medical Assistant experience in a physicians office or hospital outpatient

department may be accepted in lieu of degree/diploma from accredited medical assisting

program.

License :

Not Required

Certifications :

CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health career Association), RMA

(American Medical Technologists) preferred. BLS (American Heart Association / Basic

Life Support) required (must be obtained within first 90 days of hire).

Other :

Medical terminology, communication skills and basic knowledge of computers required.

Early/late hours and/or weekends may be required.

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