Medical Assistant
- Adult Infectious Disease
- Lee Memorial Hospital Lee Health
- 3.7 Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time $21.54
- $25.
31 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Relocation assistance Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Retirement plan Qualifications BLS Certification High school diploma or GED Medical terminology
Full Job Description Location:
Lee Memorial Hospital
- 2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers
FL 33901
Department:
LPG Adult Infectious Disease Work Type:
Full Time Shift:
Shift 1/8:00:00AM to 4:30:00PM Minimum to
Midpoint Pay Rate:
$21.54
31 / hour Summary Medical Assistant Adult Infectious Disease Help Fight Disease. Protect Communities. Make a Difference Every Day.
Location:
Lee Memorial Hospital 2776 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Schedule:
Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 4:30 PM No weekends. No holidays. Enjoy work-life balance while building a rewarding career! Join the Front Lines of Infectious Disease Care If you're a Medical Assistant who is passionate about medicine, patient education, and making a real impact, this is your opportunity to join Lee Health's Adult Infectious Disease team. Every day you'll work alongside expert physicians caring for patients with complex infectious conditions, helping improve lives through compassionate care, prevention, education, and treatment. This specialty offers a fast-paced, intellectually engaging environment where you'll continue learning while making a meaningful difference. Sign-On & Relocation Incentives Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! $3,500 Sign-On Bonus Additional $1,500 for starting within 30 days Up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance Available for eligible candidates relocating from more than 50 miles away. Sign-on bonus requires a two-year commitment. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet ONE of the following: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last 2 years (no experience required)
OR Current Medical Assistant Certification:
CMA CCMA RMA OR
One year of Medical Assistant experience within the last 4 years What You'll Do Assist providers during patient visits and procedures Room patients and obtain vital signs Administer injections and immunizations Perform EKGs, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing Coordinate patient care and follow-up appointments Educate patients on medications, treatment plans, and preventive care Document accurately in Epic EMR Why Choose Lee Health? At Lee Health, we invest in our team members because exceptional patient care starts with exceptional people.
Our Benefits Include:
Competitive compensation based on experience Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plan with up to 5% employer match Tuition Reimbursement & Career Development Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Opportunities for advancement within one of Southwest Florida's largest healthcare systems Ready to Make an Impact? If you're looking for a Medical Assistant role where you'll expand your clinical skills, work with an outstanding specialty team, and help improve the health of our community, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and begin your next chapter with Lee Health's Adult Infectious Disease team! 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
