Medical Assistant - Cardiology - MPO

Lee Health; Orlando, Fort Myers (FL, FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing exceptional patient care and support in a fast-paced environment, where you'll assist with various medical tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals. With a focus on patient safety and effective communication, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations within the medical practice. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development, along with a competitive salary and attractive sign-on bonuses. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assisting program preferred.
• Experience in a physician's office or hospital outpatient department is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of medical practice under supervision.
• Perform phlebotomy and point of care testing.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assisting Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Location: 9800 S Healthpark Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33908

Department: HOD Cardiology - Med Plaza 1

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$18.64 - $23.30 / hour

Summary

***Up to $5,000 Sign-On and $5,000 Relocation (If located greater than 50 miles away)***

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.

US:FL:Fort Myers