Medical Assistant - OBGYN Practice

Virtua Health; Jacksboro (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in South Jersey seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient examinations by obtaining vital signs, medical history, and chief complaint, and to assist clinicians. This role includes phlebotomy, vaccines, and basic testing under physician supervision.

The ideal candidate has HS diploma, MA program graduate, current MA certification, and BLS. On-site, full-time, 40 hours weekly, with benefits and a comprehensive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of similar job experience in a medical office preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program with current MA certification.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• 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 diagnostics under physician supervision.
• Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol; communicates prescriptions and results as directed by the physician.
• Performs daily regulatory testing to ensure clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
• Maintains par level of clinical supplies for the facility.
• Performs front desk duties including registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Phlebotomy

Vaccinations

EKG

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Job description

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 other locations, we’re committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat 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:

200 Bowman Drive

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

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Summary:

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.

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.

Benefits:

• 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
• optional long‑term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance
• supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

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