Medical Assistant - Pediatric Infectious Disease/Adolescent-Young Adult

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

Department: GCHSWF Peds Infectious Disease

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:30:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM

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

Medical Assistant Pediatric Infectious Diseases & Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine
Location: 9671 Gladiolus Drive, Suite 109, Fort Myers, FL 33908
Schedule: Monday Friday | 8:30 AM 5:00 PM

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Do you love working with children, teens, and young adults? Are you someone who takes initiative, stays positive, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment?

Our Pediatric Infectious Diseases & Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine team is looking for a motivated, compassionate Medical Assistant who brings energy, reliability, and a team-first mindset to every patient interaction. If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and meaningful workthis is the role for you.

What Youll Do
Support providers in a high-volume specialty clinic
Room patients, obtain vitals, and accurately document patient information
Assist with clinical procedures while prioritizing patient safety
Create a welcoming and supportive experience for children, teens, and young adults
Keep clinic flow running smoothly by multitasking and staying organized
Collaborate with a close-knit, supportive care team

What Makes You a Great Fit
Youre a proactive go-getter who takes initiative
Youre dependable and thrive in a team-oriented environment
You enjoy working with a diverse pediatric and young adult population
You stay organized, adaptable, and positive in a busy setting

Bonus Points (Highly Preferred)
Phlebotomy skills OR willingness to complete training after hire
Previous experience in pediatrics or adolescent medicine

Additional Details
Occasional travel (approximately once every 3 months) to Naples or Port Charlotte to support other Pediatric Infectious Disease locations as needed

Minimum Qualifications
Must meet one of the following:

1. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program within the last 2 years (no experience required)
2. Active Medical Assistant Certification:
   CMA (AAMA)
   CCMA (NHA)
   RMA (AMT)
3. Minimum of 1 year Medical Assistant experience within the last 4 years

Why Youll Love This Role
Be part of a mission-driven team focused on pediatric, adolescent, and young adult care
Gain hands-on experience in a specialized infectious disease setting
Work in a supportive environment that values growth and development
Make a meaningful impact on patients and familiesevery single day

Ready to grow your career while making a real difference? Apply today and join a team that truly values 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.

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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