Medical Assistant

Hanover Family Practice Associates LTD; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover Family Practice Associates LTD in Hanover, PA is seeking a dependable Medical Assistant to support providers and maintain a smooth clinical day. You will prepare patients for exams, document concerns in the EHR, and assist with procedures with compassion.

The role requires strong organization, calmness under pressure, and a focus on patient confidentiality and safety in a primary care setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program with relevant certifications preferred.
• Experience in a primary care or family practice is advantageous.
• Current CPR or BLS certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and basic office software.
• Clinical skills include vital signs, venipuncture, and injections.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients, record histories in the electronic health record.
• Prepare exam rooms and stock instruments and supplies.
• Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures.
• Administer injections, immunizations, and medications as directed.
• Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
• Document results and communicate instructions to patients clearly.
• Manage prescriptions and prior authorizations with providers.
• Maintain confidential HIPAA-compliant records and patient data.
• Support scheduling, referrals, and patient callbacks to coordinate care.
• Uphold infection control standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Vital signs

Venipuncture

Injections

Patient communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

CMA or RMA certification preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Office software

Job description

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you will work alongside providers to keep the clinical day running smoothly and safely. You will prepare patients for examinations, document their concerns accurately, and ensure that each visit moves forward with efficiency and compassion. The role calls for someone who is organized under pressure, detail-oriented in the exam room, and genuinely reassuring to patients who may be anxious or unwell.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and room patients, obtain vital signs, and record medical histories and chief complaints in the electronic health record.
• Prepare examination rooms and ensure instruments and supplies are stocked, clean, and ready for use.
• Assist providers during examinations and minor in-office procedures.
• Administer injections, immunizations, and medications as directed and within scope of practice.
• Perform routine laboratory tasks such as venipuncture, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
• Document test results, follow up on orders, and communicate instructions to patients clearly.
• Manage prescription refill requests and prior authorizations in coordination with providers.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in compliance with HIPAA and office protocols.
• Support scheduling, referrals, and patient callbacks as needed to keep care coordinated.
• Uphold infection control standards and follow safety procedures throughout the practice.

Qualifications

We are looking for a dependable professional who takes ownership of their work and treats every patient with respect.

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification (CMA or RMA) preferred.
• Prior experience in a primary care or family practice setting is an advantage.
• Current CPR or BLS certification, or willingness to obtain it.
• Working knowledge of electronic health record systems and basic office software.
• Competence in clinical tasks including vital signs, venipuncture, and injections.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to explain information plainly.
• Excellent organizational habits and comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinic.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to patient confidentiality and safety.

Core Attributes

The right candidate brings empathy to each interaction, remains calm when the schedule is full, and is eager to learn from the providers and colleagues around them. Reliability, discretion, and a service-minded attitude are essential to thriving in this role.

About Us

Hanover Family Practice Associates LTD is a community-based primary care practice serving patients in and around Hanover, Pennsylvania. We provide comprehensive family medicine, caring for children, adults, and older patients with the continuity that comes from knowing families over time. Our team emphasizes preventive care, routine checkups, management of ongoing health conditions, and timely treatment of everyday illnesses and injuries. Rooted in the Hanover community, we are committed to personalized, accessible medical care in a welcoming environment where patients feel heard and well cared for.