Medical Assistant — Clinical Support & Patient Care

Jefferson Health Plans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Jefferson Health Plans is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians by managing patient flow and providing routine procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vitals. The role includes documenting medical histories, coordinating with IT systems, and ensuring a high standard of patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, maintaining supplies, and ensuring accurate charting and privacy compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program with ~330 hours training including injections.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and office procedures.
• Familiarity with patient data privacy and HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to document vitals, medical histories, medications and tests accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Perform EKGs and venipuncture/injections as needed.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and verify patient identity.
• Document vitals, medical histories, and clinical notes.
• Maintain supplies and ensure accurate documentation in IT systems.
• Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Medical office procedures

HIPAA compliance

Chart interpretation

Clinical skills

Education

Post-secondary medical assisting program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Jefferson Health Plans is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians by managing patient flow and providing routine procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vitals. The role includes documenting medical histories, coordinating with IT systems, and ensuring a high standard of patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, maintaining supplies, and ensuring accurate charting and privacy compliance.