PRN Medical Assistant - Peds Gastro - Summerlin

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to enhance the patient experience in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This role involves critical tasks such as performing phlebotomy, assisting with minor procedures, and ensuring patient safety under the guidance of healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will be responsible for collecting and documenting patient information while maintaining a safe and efficient care environment. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity offers the chance to grow and excel in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; medical assisting program completion preferred.
• Experience in a physician's office or hospital outpatient department is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of medical practice under supervision of a physician.
• Perform phlebotomy, point of care testing, and maintain medical records.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Phlebotomy

Point of care testing

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of a medical assisting program

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Location: Lee Convenient Care - Summerlin - 16230 Summerlin Road Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: HOD HB Peds Gastroenterology

Work Type: PRN

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM, M-F

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

Summary

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, providing patient instructions, and 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, maintaining 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 of 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 physician's office or hospital outpatient department may be accepted in lieu of degree/diploma from an 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 the 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.