Medical Assistant (MA) - Linwood Primary Care

Virtua; Linwood (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health & dependent care FSA

403(b)

Zusammenfassung

Virtua Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for clinical support in Linwood, NJ. The role involves preparing patients for exams, documenting vital signs and history, assisting providers, and performing phlebotomy, vaccines, and diagnostic tests under physician supervision.

Responsibilities also include coordinating patient flow, chart preparation, and communicating care gaps for next visits. Requires MA certification and BLS, with 1–3 years in a medical office preferred.

Qualifikationen

• 1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant.
• BLS Certification required.

Aufgaben

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing. Administers vaccines and completes required documentation. Performs diagnostic tests such as EKG, Pulmonary Function, etc.

Kenntnisse

Medical office experience

Phlebotomy

Ausbildung

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Jobbeschreibung

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Linwood - 1201 New Road, Suite 150

Remote Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 40

Must have the availability to work occasional late afternoons and weekends.

Summary

Medical Assistant (Practice)

Prepares patient and assists clinical provider with patient examination by obtaining and documenting vital signs, past medical history, social history and chief complaint.

Performs various clinical tasks within the scope of their certification and under the supervision of the physician.

Medical Assistant (Clinical Support Services)

A member of the clinical support service team who utilizes a team-based approach focused on improving patient care coordination and better patient outcomes. The Clinical Support Services Medical Assistant works in close collaboration with Providers and other health care personnel assuring smooth efficient patient flow and clinical operations by performing chart preparation prior to the patient's visit, obtaining necessary information (lab/test results, etc.) and ensuring appropriate documentation in the patient's record, identifying and closing care gaps, and communicating with the practice(s) anything that will need to be addressed at the next visit.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs, and chief complaint, and preparing patient for provider exam. Prepares exam room as required based on chief complaint.
• Performs phlebotomy and obtains specimens for processing. Administers vaccines and completes required documentation. Performs diagnostic tests such as EKG, Pulmonary Function, etc. as directed and under the supervision of the physician.
• Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol. Contacts patients regarding prescriptions and testing results as directed by and under the supervision of the physician.
• Performs daily regulatory testing as required and documents accordingly, to ensure that clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
• Performs front desk duties as directed which may include registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

• 1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.

Required Education

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant.
• BLS Certification required.

Hourly Rate: $19.54 - $29.20The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.