Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Specialist

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the practice manager, delivering patient-centered care and assisting in high-quality clinical operations. You will room patients, perform vital signs, and coordinate care using the EMR, while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The role involves phlebotomy, specimen handling, basic procedures, administering injections as directed, and telephonic care coordination with specialists and labs.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Penn Medicine approved MA program or equivalent.
• CMA or RMA certification required.
• MA certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients promptly and records vital signs.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection as needed.
• Performs EKGs and other outpatient screening tests.
• Maintains infection control and safety standards.
• Assists with telephonic care coordination and care follow-ups.

Skills

Patient care

EMR proficiency

Vital signs

Telephonic care coordination

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Penn Medicine MA program completion or equivalent

CMA or RMA certification

MA certification within 90 days

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the practice manager, delivering patient-centered care and assisting in high-quality clinical operations. You will room patients, perform vital signs, and coordinate care using the EMR, while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The role involves phlebotomy, specimen handling, basic procedures, administering injections as directed, and telephonic care coordination with specialists and labs.