Medical Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Team Support

St. Luke's University Health Network; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for Practice Operations to support clinical and administrative functions in the practice setting. The role emphasizes assisting with patient preparation, accurate record updates and teamwork with the Care Team.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, maintaining supplies, coordinating with providers on hospital discharges, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required.
• Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting preferred.
• BLS/CPR current or within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing patient records and coordinating with the provider.
• Prepare patients for examinations: vitals, update medications, allergies, demographics.
• Assist in exam rooms, maintain supplies, and handle waste and instrument processing.
• Coordinate with Care Team about discharge, labs and specialist visits.
• Perform administrative tasks such as check-in/check-out and on-boarding processes.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and participate in department activities.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for Practice Operations to support clinical and administrative functions in the practice setting. The role emphasizes assisting with patient preparation, accurate record updates and teamwork with the Care Team.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, maintaining supplies, coordinating with providers on hospital discharges, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives within the department.