Medical Assistant I - All About Children

Penn State Health; West Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their All About Children clinic. This role involves providing essential care for pediatric patients, ensuring a supportive and efficient environment for both parents and children. With a focus on teamwork and communication, the Medical Assistant will handle a variety of tasks, including patient rooming, testing, and vaccinations. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic healthcare setting, where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of the community's youngest members. Join a team that values excellence and innovation in patient care.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Employee Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Fitness Discounts

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain Medical Assistant certification within 90 days of employment.
• BLS certification required or must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and handle Point-of-Care Testing.
• Administer vaccinations and perform phlebotomy.
• Oversee portions of staff development and training.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Vaccination Administration

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Medical Assistant I - All About Children

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• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus - eligible to those that qualify**
  
  

• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus - eligible to those that qualify**
  
  

Penn State Health - Community Medical Group

Location: US:PA: West Reading

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: 40 hr work week; M-F; 7:30a -7:00p varied hours

Recruiter Contact: Monica Echeverri at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Want the opportunity to help cultivate tomorrow’s generation? Join the Penn State Health All About Children clinic! Providing general primary care for pediatric patients, this clinic averages 85-120 patients/day, so no two days are ever alike!

The hired Medical Assistant will be expected to room patients, handle Point-of-Care Testing, administer vaccinations/immunizations, perform phlebotomy, and oversee portions of staff development/training.

The ideal Medical Assistant will have prior clinical experience with the pediatric population and foster good teamwork within the office. Strong soft skills are a great tool to interact with both parent and patient alike. The MA will be required to complete at least two late evenings and one early morning shift per week. The office is closed on weekends and holidays, so be sure to apply!

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 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.

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