Medical Assistant

Christiana Care; Platerville (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO 32 days

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

ChristianaCare's Primary Care practice at Kennett Square, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant I who is professional, dependable, detail-oriented, with strong communication and clinical skills. You will support physicians both virtually and on-site, preparing patients for visits and performing basic clinical tasks.

The role includes managing EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, scheduling, and general clerical duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant Program or hold MA Certification by a national organization (NCCA/ANSI).
• Strong communication and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Greets and supports patients virtually and in person; prepares them for visits and performs basic clinical tasks (testing, injections, EKGs).
• Assists with exams; maintains exam rooms and equipment; manages EMR updates and patient communications.
• Handles referrals, authorizations, scheduling, and clerical duties; troubles video visits and supports patient portal access.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Clinical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program graduate or MA Certification (NCCA/ANSI)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

ChristianaCare's Primary Care practice at Kennett Square, PA is looking for a seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills.

As a Medical Assistant I, you support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing essential clinical and clerical duties to ensure quality care.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday : 8:30am-5:00pm.
• No weekends or holidays.

Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare:

• Comprehensive, First-Day Health Coverage:
  • Comprehensive first-day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage.Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in-office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth:
  • Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Grow Your Family with Confidence:
  • We're here to support every step of your journey to parenthood- whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.
• Paid Parental Leave:
  • Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being:
  • Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%-5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment. They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Why ChristianaCare:

• Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people's lives? As a Medical Assistant I, you'll play an essential role in providing high-quality care and supporting better patient outcomes each day. This is more than a job- it's a chance to be part of a mission-driven team focused on improving healthcare.

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