Medical Assistant - Fishburn Road

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant (0.40 FTE) to support clinical and administrative functions. Shift is Day, hours 7:30a–6:00p, with some Saturday coverage as assigned.

The role involves obtaining specimens, basic lab studies, and assisting with patient flow and appointment scheduling. A CMA/RMA and BLS are required or must be obtained within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or registration as CMA or RMA within 90 days or active CMA/RMA status.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with health care services and specimen collection.
• Conduct routine lab studies of specimens.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as coordinating patient flow, scheduling appointments and handling phone messages.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Part Time

FTE: 0.40

Shift: Day

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30a - 6:00p, select Saturday 7:30a - 12:30p as assigned

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing assistance with various health care services, for obtaining specimens, for conducting routine lab studies of specimens, and for assisting with administrative functions such as coordinating patient flow and scheduling appointments and phone messages.

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.

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.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position Medical Assistant - Fishburn Road

Location US:PA: Hershey | Medical Assistant | Part Time

Req ID 93254