Medical Assistant

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Lehighton (Carbon County); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the clinical team under supervision. You will prepare patients and rooms, collect histories, handle labs and referrals, and perform front-office duties to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role requires a Specialized Diploma in Medical Assisting; a proactive, collaborative approach and strong computer skills (EMR, MS Office) are essential. Certification readiness within 30 days is expected in PA.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant required.
• Ability to adapt to change within a healthcare setting.
• Initiative and ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days (PA).
• Experience with EMR, word processing and Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and equipment for exams and maintains exam rooms.
• Collects medical history and handles medication refills per protocol.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens and schedules referrals.
• Identifies patient risks and communicates to licensed staff.
• Adheres to EMR workflows and front office duties for patient service.
• Assists with front desk tasks: greet patients, schedule appointments, collect co-pays.
• Updates patient demographics and handles referrals/pre-certifications.
• Delivers patient-centered care in daily activities.

Skills

Excellent computer skills (EMR, word,,

Education

Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant

Associate’s Degree from a Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Summary

Functions as part of the clinical team providing clinical care under the direction of an LPN, RN, or provider. Assists with administrative, clinical, and clerical duties which could include taking a patient's history and personal information, scheduling appointments, responding to patient communications, and rooming patients.

Job Duties

• Prepares patient and equipment for exams/procedures and maintains exam rooms and clinical area.
• Performs medical history collection and medication refill, per protocol.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens/lab requisitions accurately and schedules and obtains authorizations for referrals and/or procedures.
• Identifies actual or potential patient risks and communicates those risks to the licensed nurse or provider upon recognition.
• Adheres to clerical, clinical, and EMR workflows.
• Performs clerical duties and provides front office support duties such as greeting and welcoming patients and providing excellent customer service both in-person and over the phone.
• Collects co-payments, schedules appointments, updates missing patient demographics, obtains referrals and pre-certifications.
• Uses patient centered care concepts in delivering care and performing related activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant
• Ability to accept and adapt to constant change within a healthcare setting.
• Ability to take initiative and function independently as well as collaboratively.
• Excellent computer skills including EMR, word processing, and Excel.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a Medical Assistant Program
• CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - NHA - State of Pennsylvania
• CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - AAMA - State of Pennsylvania
• CMAC - Clinical Medical Assistant Certification - AMCA - State of Pennsylvania
• MAC - Medical Assistant Certified - AMCA - State of Pennsylvania
• NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant - NCTT - State of Pennsylvania
• NRCMA - National Registered Certified Medical Assistant - NAHP - State of Pennsylvania
• RMA - Registered Medical Assistant AMT - State of Pennsylvania

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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