Compassionate Medical Assistant in Internal Medicine

sluhn; Bethlehem (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will review charts, perform pre-visit planning, and assist with examinations by recording vitals, updating medical histories, and coordinating with the care team. The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, 1 year of clinical experience or MA program graduate, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required.
• Two years of experience in a similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Customer service experience strongly preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification current or within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and updates patient medical records prior to appointments and communicates with the Care Team.
• Completes pre-charting of value-based pieces up to five days before the appointment.
• Prepares patients for examination, takes vital signs, updates medication and allergy lists, and assists with demographics.
• Assists in maintaining exam rooms, cleaning, sterilizing instruments and stocking supplies.
• Coordinates with providers and Care Team regarding hospital visits, labs, and follow-up care.
• Participates in department meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Performs other administrative tasks such as check-in/check-out and onboarding processes as needed.

Skills

Clinical experience

Customer service

BLS/CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduate

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will review charts, perform pre-visit planning, and assist with examinations by recording vitals, updating medical histories, and coordinating with the care team. The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, 1 year of clinical experience or MA program graduate, and CPR/BLS certification.