Medical Assistant I - Colorectal Surgery (Day Shift) | 32 PTO

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, Delaware, is hiring a Medical Assistant I for the Colorectal Surgery program. The role supports patients both virtually and in person, performs basic clinical tasks, and maintains clerical and EMR work to ensure smooth visits.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule (8:00am–4:30pm), comprehensive benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and retirement plans. Graduate MA certifications preferred; wage range listed as hourly.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or MA Certification by a national body (NCCA/ANSI).
• Experience with EMR and basic clinical tasks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greets and supports patients virtually and in person.
• Prepares patients for visits and assists with exams.
• Performs basic clinical tasks (testing, injections, EKGs) and maintains exam rooms/equipment.
• Manages EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, scheduling, and clerical duties.
• Troubleshoots video visits and supports patient portal access.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program graduate / MA Certification (NCCA/ANSI)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

ChristianaCare in Newark, Delaware, is hiring a Medical Assistant I for the Colorectal Surgery program. The role supports patients both virtually and in person, performs basic clinical tasks, and maintains clerical and EMR work to ensure smooth visits.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule (8:00am–4:30pm), comprehensive benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and retirement plans. Graduate MA certifications preferred; wage range listed as hourly.