Medical Assistant - All About Children

Penn State Health; West Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% Penn State tuition discount

Sign-on bonus $3,000

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for its All About Children clinic in the West Reading area. The role includes rooming patients, Point-of-Care testing, vaccines, phlebotomy, and supporting staff development.

The ideal candidate holds a High School diploma, CMA/RMA certification or eligibility, and BLS; pediatric experience is preferred. The clinic offers evening shifts and a daytime start, with weekends/holidays off.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet eligibility to sit for CMA/RMA exam within 90 days of employment date.
• BLS certification required or must obtain BLS within 6 months of employment date.
• CMA or RMA certification through Penn State Health approved agencies is required or active CMA/RMA status.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, perform Point-of-Care Testing and administer vaccinations.
• Phlebotomy and assist with staff development/training.
• Foster teamwork and interact effectively with parents and patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Pediatrics experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs:

Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

***$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify ***

Want the opportunity to help cultivate tomorrow’s generation? Join the Penn State Health All About Children clinic! Providing general primary care for pediatric patients, this clinic averages 85-120 patients/day, so no two days are ever alike!

The hired Medical Assistant will be expected to room patients, handle Point-of-Care Testing, administer vaccinations/immunizations, perform phlebotomy, and oversee portions of staff development/training.

The ideal Medical Assistant will have prior clinical experience with the pediatric population and foster good teamwork within the office. Strong soft skills are a great tool to interact with both parent and patient alike. The MA will be required to complete at least two late evenings and one early morning shift per week. The office is closed on weekends and holidays, so.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet current eligibility to sit for the exam with attainment of certification or registration through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistants within 90-days of employment date or current active status as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistant certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain BLS Certification within 6 months of employment date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
• Previous outpatient experience preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?

#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients —and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient’s healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

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