Dedicated Medical Assistant, Patient Care & Operations

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for Practice Operations. The role supports the delivery of healthcare in the practice, working as part of an interdisciplinary team and upholding the organization’s values.

Primary duties include pre-visit planning, charting, patient preparation for examinations, and coordinating care with providers. Prior MA training and CPR certification are required, with preference for prior clinical experience.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience or graduate of Medical Assistant program required.
• Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting is preferred.
• Customer service experience is strongly preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification current or within 60 days of hire; through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence.
• Completes pre-charting of all value-based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment.
• Sends messages to the Care Team when warranted.
• Prepares patients for examination and escorts them to the exam room, including vitals, medication and allergy updates.
• Assists in capturing demographic information.
• Maintains cleanliness and stock in exam rooms; handles basic clinical tasks and specimen handling as needed.

Skills

Clinical experience

Customer service

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for Practice Operations. The role supports the delivery of healthcare in the practice, working as part of an interdisciplinary team and upholding the organization’s values.

Primary duties include pre-visit planning, charting, patient preparation for examinations, and coordinating care with providers. Prior MA training and CPR certification are required, with preference for prior clinical experience.