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Medical Assistant - Advanced Lung Care Center - The Sanctuary - Regional Cancer Center - Fort Myers, FL

Lee Health logoLee Health$21.54–$25.31/hrFort Myers, FLFull timePosted 1d ago
  • Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
  • BLS

How this pay compares

This posting states $21.54–$25.31 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $23.42 an hour, the middle half $22.44–$24.91, across 158 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $21 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

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: Shift 1/7:30:00 AM to 5:30:00 PM

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

Summary

Medical Assistant Advanced Lung Care Clinic

The Schedule Everyone Wants

Enjoy a consistent 4x10 schedule with no Mondays and no weekends.

  • Tuesday Friday
  • 7:30 AM 5:30 PM
  • Three-day weekend every week

Join Lee Health's Advanced Lung Care team, located within our Regional Cancer Center campus, where you'll work alongside specialists dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered pulmonary care in a collaborative outpatient setting.

Pay That Rewards Experience

Medical Assistant compensation is highly structured and directly based on your verified years of Medical Assistant experience.

Your starting pay is determined by your qualifying MA experience, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced Medical Assistants looking to maximize their earning potential.

Up to $5,000 in Hiring Incentives

Full-Time Medical Assistants are eligible for

  • $3,500 Standard Sign-On Bonus
  • $1,500 Quick Start Bonus (when hired within 30 days of offer)
  • $5,000 Relocation Assistance (for eligible candidates)

Minimum Qualifications (Please Read Carefully)

To be considered, applicants must meet one of the following:

  • Graduate of a Medical Assistant program within the last 2 years, OR
  • Have 1 year of Medical Assistant experience within the last 4 years

Additional Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Why Lee Health?

Be Valued for Being You.

At Lee Health, you'll receive more than a paycheckyou'll build a career with one of Southwest Florida's leading health systems while enjoying benefits designed to support your life inside and outside of work.

Benefits include

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to a 5% company match
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance and Education Grants
  • Career Growth & Development Opportunities
  • Employee Health Services
  • Mental Wellness & Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet, Legal & Supplemental Insurance Options
  • Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs

How to Apply

For consideration, please submit your most updated resume that includes complete employment dates (month/year to month/year) so we can accurately evaluate your qualifying Medical Assistant experience for pay placement.

If you're a Medical Assistant looking for a Monday-free schedule, long weekends every week, competitive experience-based pay, and a supportive specialty clinic environment, we'd love to hear from 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.

Requirements

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

From Lee Health's job posting, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Lee Health

Lee Health is a health system in Southwest Florida, with hospitals and care sites around Fort Myers and Cape Coral.

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