Certified Medical Assistant - Patient Care & EKG Support

Geisinger; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting. You will support physicians and other providers, perform clinical duties, document in the electronic medical record, and assist with scheduling and billing inquiries. Travel may be required as part of the clinic team.

The role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient safety and privacy in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and documents patient visit reason, weight, vital signs, screening data, medication review, and provider notes using the EMR rooming tool.
• Sets up examination and treatment rooms between patient visits.
• Assists patients to prepare for visits, ensuring safety and privacy.
• Provides direct patient care as directed, including EKGs, wound care, and minor procedures.
• Prepares and administers medications per policy; cannot give IV meds.
• Completes tests and treatments per orders after competency validation.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens and handles related paperwork.
• Performs phlebotomy and assists in lab tasks as directed.
• Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support patient care and medical records.
• Documents in the medical record and uses EMR/scheduling system as designated.
• Facilitates timely appointments; completes referrals and pre-authorizations as needed.
• Collects co-pays and assists with orientation of new personnel.
• Maintains patient communications as directed to ensure timely responses and provider time.
• Reinforces patient education as directed to aid understanding of instructions.
• May inventory non-controlled supplies to ensure adequate stock and proper storage.
• May access non-controlled medication areas and transport meds as needed.
• Prepares and cleans instruments; follows sterilization/disinfection protocols.
• Cleans and sets up exam rooms between patients using infection prevention protocols.
• Maintains hand hygiene and observes infection prevention precautions; monitors equipment condition.
• Participates in patient safety and quality improvement activities.

Job description

Geisinger is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting. You will support physicians and other providers, perform clinical duties, document in the electronic medical record, and assist with scheduling and billing inquiries. Travel may be required as part of the clinic team.

The role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient safety and privacy in a fast-paced clinic environment.