Medical Assistant I, Gastroenterology at Elkton

ChristianaCare; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO 32 days/year

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare Gastroenterology at Elkton is seeking a Medical Assistant I to join a team delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. You will support physicians during examinations, while performing clinical duties and maintaining clean exam spaces for both in-person and virtual visits.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and formal MA training, plus certification. The role offers a stable schedule with strong benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Professional, dependable, detail-oriented candidate.
• Strong communication skills and integrity.
• Solid technical and clinical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients virtually and in person.
• Prepare patients for visits and assist with exams.
• Perform basic clinical tasks (testing, injections, EKGs).
• Maintain exam rooms and equipment; manage EMR updates.
• Handle referrals, authorizations, and scheduling; assist with video visits.

Skills

Communication

Integrity

Clinical skills

Technical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program graduate

Medical Assistant Certification (NCCA/ANSI)

Job description

Job Details

ChristianaCare Gastroenterology at Elkton is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills.

ChristianaCare Gastroenterology at provides specialized gastrointestinal and liver care to patients throughout the community. The practice is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care with a strong focus on colorectal cancer prevention and screening, digestive health, and the diagnosis and treatment of liver disease. Services include advanced gastrointestinal procedures such as colonoscopy and capsule endoscopy, as well as evaluation and management of a variety of liver conditions, including hepatitis, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and inherited liver disorders.

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As a Medical Assistant I, you will assist physicians during the examination and treatment of patients, whether through virtual or on-site appointments. This role is crucial for delivering quality patient care and encompasses various clinical and clerical duties within medical practice.

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 8am to 4:30pm

Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
• Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Grow Your Family with Confidence We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.
• Paid Parental Leave Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment. They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.

Position Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Why ChristianaCare

Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives? As a Medical Assistant I, you’ll play an essential role in providing high-quality care and supporting better patient outcomes each day. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of a mission-driven team focused on improving healthcare.

When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.

Hourly Pay Range

Hourly Pay Range: $19.10 - $27.69

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Jun 30, 2027

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/