Medical Assistant - FullTime

Penn Psychiatric Center; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A supportive outpatient mental health facility is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Chester County. This full-time position offers no evening or weekend hours, requiring responsibilities such as charting in the EMR system and verifying patient information. Strong EMR experience and a passion for patient care are essential. The role includes benefits like PTO and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant or equivalent experience.
• Experience with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Chart in the EMR system.
• Verify patient information and document medical history.
• Prepare patients for examination, including taking preliminary vitals.
• Ensure all reports and documents are available prior to appointments.
• Triage and process messages between patients and providers.

Skills

Ability to multitask effectively

Strong EMR experience (eClinicalworks a plus)

Passion for patient care and customer service

Flexible team player with excellent communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA certification or other medical certification/license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Medical Assistant

We are a busy and supportive Outpatient Mental Health facility seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team. We pride ourselves on compassionate, patient-centered care and a collaborative work environment.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant will support our psychiatric providers by performing clinical and administrative duties to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care. This is a full-time position with no evening or weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Chart in the EMR system (computer experience required)
• Verify patient information by interviewing patients and documenting:
  • Medical history
  • Current and past medications
  • Family and social history
  • Allergies
  • Reason for visit
• Prepare patients for examination, including taking preliminary vitals
• Ensure all reports, labs, and documents are available prior to patient appointments
• Triage and process messages between patients, front office staff, psychiatrists, and CRNPs
• Provide feedback and assistance for patient, provider, and pharmacy calls
• Process medication prior authorizations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask effectively
• Strong EMR experience (eClinicalworks a plus)
• Passion for patient care and customer service
• Flexible team player with excellent communication skills

Schedule

• Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM
• No evenings or weekends

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 yr. of Medical Assistant or equivalent experience
• Experience with electronic medical records
• MA certification or other medical certification/license (ex. EMT, LPN, etc.) preferred

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Penn Psychiatric Center is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, or sex.

Note

Penn Psychiatric Center is not affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Other

Industry

• IT Services and IT Consulting