Medical Assistant – make an impact!

If you love the idea of making an impact on your community with a strong mission oriented organization, we want to hear from you! Planned Parenthood of Florida is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our talented team in our Fort Myers health center. You will be an integral part of our culture which fosters a commitment to our workplace values: respect, caring, support, effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability and responsibility.

Our mission:

We believe that reproductive self determination and the right to privacy are core human freedoms. Our mission is to provide exceptional cutting edge sexual and reproductive health care (including abortion), through education, advocacy and clinical services that are affordable, accessible and available to all people in the community, regardless of income, race, marital status, religion, or sexual orientation. Please visit us at www.ppfl.org to earn more!

Important: This position requires a Level 2 background screening through Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as a condition of employment, pursuant to Chapters 408 and 435, Florida Statutes. https://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-central-services/background-screening/clearinghouse

Snapshot of key accountabilities of the Medical Assistant:

• Conduct patient intake, including medical and social histories, and perform STI screenings and point-of-care testing.
• Educate patients in a non-directive manner on birth control options and pregnancy-related services, supporting informed decision-making.
• Ensure exam rooms are properly prepped and sanitized between patients, and assist with basic clinical tasks and lab work in accordance with medical standards.
• Provide excellent patient service aligned with Planned Parenthood’s values of respect, equity, and inclusion.
• Accurately maintain patient records and documentation while upholding confidentiality and compliance standards.
• Support the daily operations of the health center through cross-functional collaboration, flexibility, and accountability.

Experience/Education of the Medical Assistant:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience or equivalent.
• Medical care and reproductive rights experience helpful.
• Experience in dealing with the public.
• The ability to learn ultrasound, procedural assistance and AB lab as well as other skill enhancements at the discretion of the affiliate.
• Must have a strong understanding of and personal commitment to reproductive rights and the goals and responsibilities of Planned Parenthood.
• Excellent organizational, communication and sound decision-making skills.
• Must have a commitment to efficiency and quality.
• Must be comfortable when discussing sexuality, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy options.
• Ability to recognize and function appropriately in sensitive situations.
• Previous experience working with Microsoft Office suite is preferred.

What does it take to thrive here?

• A strong commitment to our mission and values.
• Ability to relate to and care for diverse populations and communities.
• Conscientious, cooperative, and detail oriented.
• Stable, dependable and accountable.
• Friendly and professional demeanor that helps patients feel comfortable.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Hourly compensation range for Medical Assistant: Starting at $18.00/ hour, commensurate with experience and local market conditions.
• Eligible for all applicable benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days from your hire date.
• We value work-life balance, offering generous PTO and holidays.

Planned Parenthood of Florida is a Drug Free workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.