Medical Assistant MA Ortho 2500 Sign On Bonus

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider in Harford County as a Medical Assistant. This full-time role involves assisting in patient care and maintaining a professional environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and customer service skills, with the opportunity for growth in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus of $2500 with 1 year commitment

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of related experience or graduated from an accredited program in last 12 months.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under physician direction.
• Prepare examination rooms and obtain vital signs.
• Record patient information in electronic medical records.

Skills

Customer Service

Sterile Techniques

Infection Prevention

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

Job Description

Medical Assistant
_Fulltime –8a - 4:30p
UC Orthopedics _

Every Patient. Every Encounter. Every Day.

At University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH), you will join a highly dedicated and supportive team that has been providing high quality care to the community of Harford County for over 100 years. We proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment and exceptional care. It’s our passion for people that motivates us to do great work every single day.

Consistently named among the top 100 Best Places to Work in Maryland, our team members have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and stimulating environment.

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JOB SUMMARY: This role assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician or advanced practice provider. Duties include preparing examination rooms, assisting with procedures, interviewing patients, obtaining vital signs (i.e. height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature) and recording all information in the patient’s electronic medical record. The MA will interact with patients, family members, team members, and visitors in a pleasant, professional and helpful manner.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

** Education and Training:** A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) is preferred. Must have either one (1) year of previous related experience or have graduated from an accredited program within the last 12 months. BLS is also required.

Work Orientation and Experience: Previous work experience is preferred.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to exhibit excellent customer service skills, maintaining appropriate and professional conduct. Ability to complete work in an established timeframe and demonstrate the willingness to perform other duties to assist the team effort for the benefit of patients, providers and fellow team members. Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required. Exhibit working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures involved in administering routine and special treatments to patient that are applicable to work performed. Working knowledge of infection prevention procedures and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinical office setting. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers and fellow team members

Additional Information

_ SIGN ON BONUS OF $2500 w/ 1 year commitment_

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

•Pay Range: $22.52-$31.50
•Other Compensation (if applicable):
•Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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