Medical Assistant - Lung Care Center - Sanctuary

🌬 Medical Assistant Advanced Lung Care Center
Make a meaningful impact in specialized lung and respiratory care.

📍 Location: The Sanctuary Regional Cancer Center
8931 Colonial Center Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33905

🏥 Department: LPG Advanced Lung Care Center
🕒 Work Type: Full Time
Shift: 7:30 AM 6:00 PM (4x10-hour shifts, TuesdayFriday)
💲 Pay Range: $21.54 $25.31 per hour

💙 About the Advanced Lung Care Center

Lee Healths Advanced Lung Care Center provides specialized care for patients with lung conditions, including lung cancer screening and lung nodule evaluation. Through advanced technology and a highly collaborative team, patients receive coordinated, personalized careall in one place.

🩺 What Youll Do

• Support providers in delivering advanced pulmonary and respiratory care

• Room patients, obtain vitals, and accurately document medical histories

• Assist with procedures and specialized treatments

• Perform clinical duties such as injections, EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen collection

• Coordinate patient flow and ensure a positive patient experience

• Educate patients on care plans, medications, and next steps

• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in maintaining a safe, clean clinical environment

🧾 Position Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for delivering an excellent patient experience in a team-based environment while supporting all aspects of the medical practice under the supervision of a physician or physician assistant. This role includes ensuring patient safety, performing clinical procedures, processing lab specimens, administering medications per policy, and maintaining accurate documentation. Additional responsibilities include coordinating prescriptions and information requests, preparing patient care areas, and supporting efficient clinic operations. Flexibility for occasional extended hours, weekends, or holidays may be required.

Minimum Qualifications (Must Meet One)

Candidates must meet at least one of the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last 2 years (no experience required)

• Active Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following:

  • CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants)

  • CCMA (National Healthcareer Association)

  • RMA (American Medical Technologists)

• At least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience within the last 4 years

📚 Additional Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred

Experience:

• Medical Assistant experience preferred

• 1 year of MA experience in a physician office or outpatient setting may be accepted in lieu of formal education

Certifications:

• CMA, CCMA, or RMA preferred

• BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association required within 90 days of hire

Other Skills:

• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Basic computer proficiency

• Ability to work flexible hours, including early/late shifts or occasional weekends

🌟 Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience in pulmonary, respiratory, or specialty care

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

• Strong patient-focused mindset

💼 Why Youll Love It Here

• 4-day workweek (TuesdayFriday schedule)

• Work in a highly specialized and growing area of healthcare

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment

• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills

If you're ready to grow your career in a specialty setting where your work directly impacts patients ability to breathe and live better, this is your opportunity to join a dedicated and innovative team.