Clinical Medical Assistant - Patient Care & EKG

Jefferson University Physicians; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians during examinations and diagnostic procedures. You will escort patients to exam rooms, document vital signs and medical history, and assist with EKGs and injections while upholding HIPAA privacy and security standards.

A strong candidate has a HS diploma, Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with medical office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure proper identification.
• Document vital signs and medical history; maintain accurate records.
• Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures; perform EKG and venipuncture as needed.
• Maintain HIPAA privacy and security requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification within 6 months

BLS Certification within 90 days

NJ injection training program (330 hours)

Tools

HIPAA/compliance awareness

Job description

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians during examinations and diagnostic procedures. You will escort patients to exam rooms, document vital signs and medical history, and assist with EKGs and injections while upholding HIPAA privacy and security standards.

A strong candidate has a HS diploma, Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire, and BLS certification.