Medical Assistant - DAY SHIFT - Elizabethtown

Penn State Health; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for their Elizabethtown office. This role involves providing essential patient care, including rooming patients, taking vitals, and performing various clinical tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing clinical duties. Join a team that values professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits, including a generous sign-on bonus and opportunities for continued education. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care while advancing your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant required within 90 days of employment.
• BLS certification required or must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and take vitals, handling Point-of-Care testing.
• Administer injections and conduct EKGs as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Medical Assistant - DAY SHIFT - Elizabethtown

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• $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*
• New enhanced rates and comprehensive benefits to help you grow personally and professionally*
  
  

• $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*
• New enhanced rates and comprehensive benefits to help you grow personally and professionally*
  
  

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Elizabethtown

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: 8 hours

Recruiter Contact: Lindsay E. Wright at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Nestled between the Hershey and Lancaster regions, the Elizabethtown Medical Group office seeks a Medical Assistant (MA) to join its ranks! On average, this practice will see 100 patients per day and serves primarily as a Family Practice- while also accommodating General Pediatrics and Gastro-Intestinal specialties.

The desired Medical Assistant for this position will be expected to room patients, take vitals/medicine reconciliation, and handle Point-of-Care testing. The MA will also utilize their phlebotomy skills, administer injections, conduct EKGs, and oversee clerical duties in the aspect of handling prior authorizations and patient messaging. You will likely be paired with one provider but may change as needed.

The Elizabethtown team is seeking a team-oriented and personable MA who remains motivated through the ever-changing clinical duties of the day. We believe that multi-specialty experience is a plus, but not required.

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.

For more information: About Us | Careers | Penn State Health

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.
  
  

For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards

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 fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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