Medical Assistant - GCHSWF Peds Adolescent Medicine

Location: GCHSWFL Pediatric Infectious Disease/Adolescent-Young Adult - 9671 Gladiolus Drive Suite 109 Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: GCHSWF Peds Adolescent Medicine

Work Type: Full Time

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

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

Summary
Adolescent Medicine

Location:
Lee Health
GCHSWFL Pediatric Infectious Disease/Adolescent-Young Adult
9671 Gladiolus Drive, Suite 109
Fort Myers, FL 33908

Department: GCHSWF Peds Adolescent Medicine

Schedule: Full Time | Monday-Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay Range: $21.54 - $25.31/hour
(Compensation is based on years of experience)

Make a Difference Across Every Stage of Youth Care

Are you a Medical Assistant who enjoys building meaningful patient relationships and working with a diverse pediatric-to-young-adult population?

Join a compassionate and highly specialized team supporting patients in Pediatric Infectious Disease and Adolescent Medicine . This role is perfect for an MA who is comfortable caring for patients ranging from children to young teenagers and young adults while thriving in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

You'll work alongside providers who are passionate about delivering supportive, specialized care to patients and families navigating complex health needs.

Lee Health MA Incentives & Benefits
Sign-On Bonus Opportunities

Up to $5,000 Total Sign-On Bonus

• $3,500 Standard Sign-On Bonus
• Additional $1,500 Bonus for candidates able to begin within 30 days of offer

$5,000 Relocation Assistance Available

All sign-on and relocation incentives require a two-year commitment in a Medical Assistant role with Lee Health.

Why Medical Assistants Love Lee Health
Exceptional Benefits Package Including:

Competitive Pay Based on Experience
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement & Pension Opportunities
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement & Career Growth
Employee Wellness Programs
Supportive Leadership & Team Culture
Monday-Friday Schedule with Work-Life Balance

Ideal Background

We are looking for Medical Assistants who:
Enjoy working with pediatric through adolescent patient populations
Communicate with compassion and professionalism
Thrive in fast-paced specialty clinic environments
Value teamwork and patient-centered care
Are passionate about supporting children, teens, and families

MA Requirements

Candidates must meet ONE of the following requirements:

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last two years (with no MA experience required)

OR

Hold an active MA Certification from one of the following:

• CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting)
• CCMA (National Healthcareer Association)
• RMA (American Medical Technologists)

OR

One year of Medical Assistant experience within the last four years

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can care for a broad pediatric and adolescent population while growing your career with a respected healthcare system, we would love to connect with you!

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 physician's 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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