Lead Medical Assistant- Medical Oncology

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Jefferson Health is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant for the Medical Oncology team in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves mentoring fellow Medical Assistants and leading daily office operations while performing standard MA tasks such as assisting patients, conducting EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vitals.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, MA certification within 6 months, and BLS certification within 90 days.

Formación

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor other Medical Assistants and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Assist physicians with examinations and various diagnostic procedures (e.g., EKG, venipuncture/injections) in the office.
• Record vital signs and medical history; ensure HIPAA privacy and security adherence.
• Order clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support smooth office operations.

Conocimientos

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Educación

HS Diploma or equivalent

MA certification within 6 months

330 hours program (NJ)

Descripción del empleo

Lead Medical Assistant- Medical Oncology### Lead Medical Assistant- Medical OncologyApply: Philadelphia, PA: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-0039666**Number of Positions In Requisition**1**Job Details**The Lead Medical Assistant serves as a resource to other Medical Assistants within their office by mentoring, training and leading day to day operations. In addition to their Lead duties, they may also perform standard MA functions such as assisting patients and performing various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson* Serves as resource to other Medical Assistants by training, mentoring and assisting in the direction of daily operations. May assist and have input in performance evaluation process of standard MA's.* Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.* Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures and medical history information.* Remains proficient and knowledgeable regarding the use and documentation requirements within information technology systems within established scope of practice.* Assists physicians with examinations, various diagnostic procedures, and may perform EKG and venipuncture/injections in the office, using appropriate skills to provide quality care to the patients.* Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.* Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and to facilitate smooth operations of the office.**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Excellent communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of medical terminology.* Familiarity with medical office procedures.**Preferred Experience, Education, Degree, Certification(s), License(s)**HS Diploma or equivalent required. Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.For NJ Only: Graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program which includes, at a minimum, 330 hours of instruction and encompasses training in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.For internal Einstein applicants only: Medical Assistant certification is not required if a current Einstein employee in a Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024.Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.BLS Certification through American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire. BLS through the America Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations.**Physical Demands** Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. \\*Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.**Work Shift**Rotating (United States of America)**Worker Sub Type**Regular**Employee Entity**Jefferson University Physicians**Primary Location Address**925 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.