Medical Assistant - Endocrinology - Northeast Philly & Langhorne, PA (Bucks County)

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the Philadelphia region is seeking a Medical Assistant to assist physicians in patient care. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, performing diagnostic procedures, and ensuring patient satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and relevant certifications. Join a dynamic team committed to high-quality clinical care and community health.

Benefits

New Hire Bonus

Top-Tier health insurance

Opportunities for career advancement

Employee discounts on products and services

Generous time-off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in a physician's office or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients.
• Manages patient flow and performs diagnostic procedures.
• Acts as a liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Details

• Perks include:
• New Hire Bonus for eligible candidates
• Top-Tier health insurance
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee discounts on products and services
• Generous time-off
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

New Hire Bonus for eligible candidates.

Responsibilities:

The Medical Assistant assists physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, performing diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and recording vitals. Acts as a liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and staff consistent with Jefferson's values.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms and verifies proper identification.
• Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures, and medical history information.
• Remains proficient with and knowledgeable of the use and documentation within IT systems within scope of practice.
• Assists physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures, and may perform EKGs and venipuncture/injections using appropriate skills.
• Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
• Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and facilitate smooth operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with medical office procedures.

Education & Experience:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire. BLS through the American Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania locations.
• Experience in a physician's office or healthcare setting preferred.
• For NJ Only: Graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting program with at least 330 hours of instruction, including training in intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
• For internal Einstein applicants only: Medical Assistant certification is not required if the applicant is a current Einstein employee in a Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

9501 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson, located in the Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey, is reimagining healthcare and higher education to create unparalleled value. With over 65,000 staff, Jefferson provides high-quality clinical care, community health, professional education, and research. Established in 1824, it comprises 10 colleges and three schools with over 200 programs for more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, ranked among the top 15 non-profit healthcare systems nationally, operates 32 hospitals and over 700 outpatient locations. Jefferson Health Plans offers health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to equal opportunity employment and education, without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.