Medical Assistant - Cardiology

Penn State Health; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Sign-on bonus

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Penn State Health Berks Cardiology in Wyomissing, PA, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support daily scheduling, patient intake, and EKG procedures. You will work closely with Advanced Providers or Physicians to ensure efficient patient flow and accurate data capture.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma, CMA/RMA eligibility or certification, and BLS. Prior cardiology/telemetry experience is a plus, with opportunities to grow within a supportive team and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain CMA/RMA certification within 90 days or be CMA/RMA active.
• BLS certification required or must obtain BLS within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs.
• Complete patient rooming.
• Conduct EKGs.
• Oversee device scheduling.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Device scheduling

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CMA/RMA Certification (or eligible)

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 ***

Take heart and join the clinical Berks Cardiology staff in Wyomissing, PA! Located on Keiser Boulevard, this office operates during weekday/daytime hours, leaving evenings, weekends, and holidays at your leisure!

As a Medical Assistant with Berks Cardiology, you will work closely with your assigned Advanced Provider’s or Physician’s daily schedule. You will record vital signs, complete patient rooming, conduct EKGs, and oversee device scheduling.

The Penn State Health Berks Cardiology teams sees an average of 118 patients/day, so prior experience in a fast-paced medical office is ideal. Dependability and a background in cardiology/telemetry is a plus!

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.