Medical Assistant - Endocrinology

WellSpan Health; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WellSpan Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide safe, therapeutic care and support to patients in a provider-led setting.

The role involves assisting in direct patient care, administering medications when qualified, and educating patients and families as directed by the provider. Collaboration with the team to improve office workflows is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree in Medical Assistant or Diploma Program Medical Assistant preferred.
• 1 year Medical Assistant experience required or completion of a Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care and administer medications if qualified and supervised.
• Instruct patients and families in appropriate care as directed by the provider.
• Support patient-centered office workflows and participate as an active team member.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree Medical Assistant

Diploma Program Medical Assistant

Job description

Full-Time: 40 hours/week

Monday - Friday, 7:00a - 5:00p

General Summary

Provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients. Assists in direct patient care, performs treatments, administers medications (if qualified and appropriately supervised), and instructs patients and their families in appropriate care, as directed by their provider. Is an active team participant in the patient-centered practice, by aiding in the development of office workflows that support patient centered care. Specific clinical duties and responsibilities can vary depending on the specialty you work at (see applicable competency checklist for department specific duties and responsibilities).

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Associates Degree Medical Assistant Preferred or
• Diploma Program Medical Assistant Preferred

Work Experience:

• 1 year Medical Assistant experience. Required or
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program. Required

Licenses:

• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• Certified Medical Assistant Upon Hire Preferred