Medical Assistant - Pulmonology - Metro Outpatient Center

Location:Metro Outpatient Center -13340 Metro Parkway Fort Myers FL 33966

Department: LPG Pulmonology GC (Based)

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

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

Metro Outpatient Center / Full-Time

Looking for a consistent weekday schedule and an opportunity to work in a specialty practice? Join Lee Healths Pulmonology team at Metro Outpatient Center!

We are seeking a dependable, patient-focused Medical Assistant to support providers and patients in a busy specialty setting. Experienced Medical Assistants are strongly preferred, and candidates with a background in Pulmonology will receive additional consideration.

• MondayFriday, 8:00 AM4:30 PM.

• No weekends!

• Consistent weekday schedule.

• Medical Assistant experience strongly preferred.

• Pulmonology experience is a plus!

• Must meet at least one of the following:

  • Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the past two years with no prior MA experience.

  • Current CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), or RMA (AMT) certification.

  • At least one year of Medical Assistant experience within the last four years.

Medical Assistant pay is structured and determined directly by your years of relevant Medical Assistant experience. Your compensation will be evaluated based on your qualifying experience.

• $3,500 Full-Time Sign-On Bonus

• Additional $1,500 Quick Start Bonus when starting within 30 days.

• Up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance for eligible candidates.

Incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. PRN positions are not eligible.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement plan with employer match up to 5%.

• Tuition assistance after one year.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Employee Assistance Program.

Ready to grow your career in specialty healthcare? We encourage experienced Medical Assistants, especially those with Pulmonology experience, to apply!

Please attach your most up-to-date, detailed resume, including employment dates for all previous Medical Assistant positions. Certification documentation should also be included, if applicable.

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 accredited post- secondary medical assisting program that prepares the Medical Assistant to take the national CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), CCMA (National Healthcareer Association), or RMA (American Medical Technologists) exam is preferred.

Experience: Medical Assistant experience preferred but not required for graduates who have completed an accredited medical assisting program within the past two years. One year of recent clinical experience (within the last four years) in a physicians office or hospital outpatient department may be accepted in lieu of a degree, diploma or certificate from an accredited medical assisting program.

Certification: CMA (American Association of Medical Assisting), CCMA (National Health career Association), RMA (American Medical Technologists) preferred. BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) required and must be obtained within first 90 days of hire.

License: Not Required

Other: Medical terminology, communication skills and basic knowledge of computers required. Early/late hours and/or weekends may be required.

US:FL:Fort Myers