Casual Medical Assistant I, Multispecialty Practices at Elkton

Union Hospital of Cecil County, Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare Multispecialty Practices at Elkton is seeking a Casual Medical Assistant I who can provide clinical and clerical support across multispecialty services. You will greet patients, assist with exams, perform basic clinical tasks, and manage EMR updates and scheduling while contributing to a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes strong communication, dependability, and solid clinical skills, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and one 8-hour shift per week as

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; MA program completion or national MA certification preferred.
• Graduate of an MA program or certified by a national organization (NCCA/ANSI).
• Strong communication and clinical skills with dependable, detail-oriented work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Greets and supports patients virtually and in person.
• Prepares patients for visits and assists with exams and basic clinical tasks (testing, injections, EKGs).
• Maintains exam rooms and equipment; assists with referrals, authorizations, and scheduling.
• Manages EMR updates and patient communications; handles clerical duties.
• Troubleshoots video visits and supports patient portal access.

Skills

Communication

Detail orientation

Clinical skills

Administrative skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program graduate or MA certification

Tools

EMR software

EKG equipment

Job description

Job Details

ChristianaCare Multispecialty Practices at Elkton is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Casual Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills. Includes, but not limited to: Cardiology Endocrinology Ear, Nose & Throat General Surgery Rheumatology Urology Working within multispecialty practices offers the opportunity to care for patients across a variety of medical specialties, providing exposure to diverse clinical needs, diagnoses, and treatment plans. By bringing together providers and clinical professionals from multiple areas of medicine, these practices foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on coordinated care and exceptional patient experiences. This dynamic setting allows team members to expand their clinical knowledge and skill sets, gain experience with diverse patient populations, collaborate across disciplines, and pursue continued learning and professional growth while making a meaningful impact on patient care. As a Medical Assistant I, you support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing essential clinical and clerical duties to ensure quality care. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8am to 4:30pm One 8-hour shift per week; scheduled day will vary based on operational needs.

Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.


• Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.


• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.


• Grow Your Family with Confidence We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.


• Paid Parental Leave Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.


• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment. They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.

Position Qualifications

High School Graduate or GED required. A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Why ChristianaCare

Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives? As a Medical Assistant I, you’ll play an essential role in providing high-quality care and supporting better patient outcomes each day. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of a mission‑driven team focused on improving healthcare. When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable. #LI-HB1

Hourly Pay Range

$19.48 - $28.24 This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date Jun 30, 2027

EEO Posting Statement ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

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