Certified Medical Assistant

Neighborhood Health Centers of Lehigh Valley; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Health Centers of Lehigh Valley is seeking a compassionate and dedicated medical assistant to provide patient care and administrative support in a dynamic healthcare setting. This role involves working closely with clinical staff and requires strong communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Thorough education or training in medical terminology is required.
• Experience as a medical assistant is helpful.
• Must work hours as scheduled, including Saturdays and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient patient care under supervision.
• Support administrative functions for care teams.
• Assist clinical staff with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Medical terminology

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Ability to work under pressure

Commitment to preventive health care

Learning about patients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduated from a medical assistant program with Certification

Tools

CPR Certificate

Venipuncture Certificate

Phlebotomy drawing certificate

Job description

Job description

Essential Function:
The medical assistant's primary role is to provide safe, efficient, and appropriate patient care under the direction of the provider or other supervisory clinical staff, and to function as an integral part of the patient-centered primary care team. The medical assistant also supports administrative functions that assist in the provision of efficient care, such as follow up phone calls and letters at the direction of the care team clinician. Assist the clinical staff in performing their duties and carrying on the necessary functions required in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Skills:
· Must have thorough education or training in the basics of medical terminology.

· Must have High school diploma or equivalent.

· Bilingual in English/Spanish may be required.

· Prior experience as medical assistant is helpful.

· Ability to work with clinical staff and handle pressure from more than one provider.

· Commitment to the concepts of preventive health care programs and team approach to health care delivery.

· Ability to learn about patients and their problems.

· Phlebotomy drawing certificate may be required.

· Must have a Venipuncture Certificate or equivalent.

· Must have a current CPR Certificate.

· Must have successfully completed and graduated from a medical assistant program with Certification.

· Must be able to work hours as scheduled, which include Saturdays, evenings or Extended.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, utilizing your skills to provide essential medical support. If you are a compassionate individual with a passion for patient care, we welcome you to apply for this rewarding role.