Medical Assistant - Harrisburg

Penn State Health; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team in Harrisburg. This role involves providing exceptional patient care, including taking vitals, conducting EKGs, and assisting with various medical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and be certified as a Medical Assistant, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and professionalism. With a commitment to employee wellness and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a real difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Certification or registration through approved agencies required within 90 days.
• BLS certification required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient rooming, take vitals, and handle medicine reconciliation.
• Conduct phlebotomy, administer injections, and assist with in-house procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Administering Injections

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Clerical Duties

EKG Conducting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification as Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA)

Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Job description

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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Harrisburg

Work Type: Part Time

FTE: 0.50

Shift: Day

Hours: Varied

Recruiter Contact: Nicole Cox at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Two blocks from Harrisburg’s famous Front Street lies the Penn State Health Medical Group – Harrisburg office that is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to join its ranks! The Harrisburg office oversees several specialties including, but not limited to: Newborn to Geriatric Family Practice, Obstetrics, Trauma-Psych Therapy, Infectious Disease, and Addiction Therapy.

The hired MA will be expected to oversee the rooming of patients while taking vitals and handling medicine reconciliation. Other responsibilities include phlebotomy, administering injections, conducting EKGs, and assisting with in-house procedures. Some clerical duties also apply, which include making inbound/outbound phone calls and monitoring the e-message pool for patient inquiries.

The desired Medical Assistant will be a prompt and professional employee who is team-oriented and has excellent bedside manner. Loads of options for the morning commute as the office accommodates parking beneath and is situated on a bus line. If you are looking for a dynamic office – this is the location for you!

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 MILTON S. HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER ACADEMIC PRACTICE?

#WeAre comprised of a team network to ensure our practice sites and our employees respond effectively to the ever-changing healthcare environment and provide the highest standard of care to our patients. The Academic Practice is the multi-specialty group practice of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. We support the educational and research mission of the Penn State College of Medicine and strive to recruit and retain the highest quality physicians and staff.

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 fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

Additional Details:

• Union: Non Bargained

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care