Medical Assistant - Pulmonology - Riverwalk Park - College Parkway

Location:Riverwalk Park -8380 Riverwalk Park Blvd.Suite 100Fort Myers FL 33919-5758

Department: LPG Pulmonology HP (Based)

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/7:15:00AM to 5:45:00PM

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

Schedule: Full Time | 4 10-hour shifts
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
Hours: 7:15 AM 5:45 PM

Be part of something new! Lee Health is opening a brand-new Pulmonology office at Riverwalk Park, and we are looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to help establish a new practice environment while providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients with respiratory and pulmonary conditions. If you enjoy building strong patient relationships, working alongside providers, and being part of a collaborative specialty team, we want to hear from you.

• Support physicians and clinical staff with daily patient care and clinical workflows.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and other clinical information.
• Assist with treatments, procedures, and other clinical needs within scope of practice.
• Perform clinical tasks and maintain accurate patient documentation.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered service throughout the patient experience.
• Help support the successful launch and growth of a brand-new Pulmonology office.

Candidates must meet at least ONE of the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last 2 years; no prior MA experience required, OR
• Hold an active Medical Assistant certification: CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT), OR
• Have at least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience within the past 4 years.

Up to $5,000 in sign-on incentives!

• $3,500 standard sign-on bonus
• Additional $1,500 for eligible candidates who start within 30 days
• $5,000 total relocation package may be available for eligible candidates residing more than 50 miles from Lee Health

Sign-on incentives are subject to eligibility requirements and a two-year commitment in the Medical Assistant role.

Lee Health offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both at work and at home, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with up to 5% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement after one year
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development

Pulmonology is a rewarding specialty where Medical Assistants can make a meaningful difference in patients' everyday lives. You'll work with patients managing respiratory conditions while developing strong clinical skills and long-term relationships with the people you serve.

Be part of a brand-new office, a growing specialty team, and the Lee Health mission of providing exceptional patient care.

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.

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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