Medical Assistant

Patient First; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Patient First in Lancaster, PA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses through vital sign collection, triage, and preparation for exams. The role requires EMR proficiency, lab and X-ray ordering, and maintaining a clean, stocked treatment area.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, phlebotomy as needed, and teamwork to ensure smooth center operations. CPT/CPR readiness and physical stamina are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Minimum typing experience
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office preferred
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods (4–7 hours)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills
• Willingness to work at any center due to staffing or center emergencies

Responsibilities

• Locate patients and obtain accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures
• Triage patients and assess medical condition
• Prepare patients for exams by Physicians and Nurses
• Understand and use the EMR system
• Order lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed
• Notify Nurse/Physician when patient is ready for exam and relay questions
• Assist Nurses and Physicians with treatments and care
• Sterilize and set up instruments and maintain treatment rooms
• Perform lab duties and phlebotomy as assigned
• Maintain cleanliness and restock supplies in treatment areas
• Attend staff meetings and follow established policies
• Operate and maintain medical and office equipment
• Support center operations and patient care during shifts

Skills

Vital signs documentation

EMR system usage

Phlebotomy

Patient triage

Lab/x-ray orders

Laundry and cleanliness

Communication and teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Sterilization techniques

Job description

## Medical AssistantApply: Lancaster, PA: Pennsylvania: Full time: Posted Today: R20262345**The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to the following:*** Locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patients’ medical condition, and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses;* Understanding and using the electronic medical record system;* Ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;* Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when the patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;* Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;* Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;* Performing lab duties as assigned;* Performing phlebotomy procedures;* Sterilizing and setting up instruments;* Receiving and storing supplies; restocking treatment rooms as needed;* Reporting to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift;* Following ancillary guidelines as deemed necessary by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, DMS, and Physician;* Adhering to established policies and procedures;* Maintaining cleanliness of the treatment area and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed;* Washing, drying, folding, and restocking laundry; maintaining the cleanliness of the washing machine and dryer lint trap;* Attending staff meetings as scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS;* Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained;* Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift;* Being available to assist as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations;* Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;* Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;* Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.**Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:*** Must be 18 years of age or older;* Minimum typing experience;* High school graduate or equivalent;* Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office preferred;* Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system;* Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time);* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;* Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills;* Ability to prioritize and multitask;* Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.