Medical Assistant- Occupational Health

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians in exams and treatment, manage patient flow, and assist with diagnostic procedures such as EKGs and phlebotomy. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills and familiarity with medical terminology.

You will document medical histories, assist with injections, manage supplies, and maintain HIPAA privacy standards.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program with clinical and administrative training.
• CMA certification within 180 days is expected.

Aufgaben

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and manages patient flow.
• Take vital signs and document medical histories.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures including EKGs and venipuncture.
• Maintain supply inventory and HIPAA compliance.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Customer service

HIPAA knowledge

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Medical assistant program with CMA prep

CMA certification within 180 days

Jobbeschreibung

## Medical Assistant- Occupational HealthApply: Philadelphia, PA: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-0035141**Number of Positions In Requisition**1**Job Details**The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.**Job Description** **Summary** The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed. **Job Duties*** Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson* Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.* Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures and medical history information.* Remains proficient and knowledgeable regarding the use and documentation requirements within information technology systems within established scope of practice.* Assists physicians with examinations, various diagnostic procedures, and may perform EKG and venipuncture/injections in the office, using appropriate skills to provide quality care to the patients.* Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.* Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and to facilitate smooth operations of the office. **Minimum Qualifications*** High School Diploma/GED* Specialized Diploma For NJ Only: Graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program which includes, at a minimum, 330 hours of instruction and encompasses training in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.* Excellent communication and organizational skills.* Knowledge of medical terminology.* Familiarity with medical office procedures.* Knowledge of and ability to utilize practices, tools, and techniques for communicating with a customer.* Knowledge of the common types of equipment or devices used in the healthcare industry, and the ability to use these in patient care.* Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and medical results in written or electronic fo* Knowledge of how to read and interpret patient charts regarding medication sheets, diets, history and physicals, and tests, ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to patient care.* Knowledge of and ability to provide clinical skills necessary for patient care, e.g. history taking, therapeutic planning and monitoring, etc., to achieve optimized outcomes in medication therapy and clinical treatment.* Knowledge of the factors contributing to quality patient care, and the ability to influence these factors in a positive way.* CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants Within 180 Days **Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \\*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.**Work Shift**Workday Day (United States of America)**Worker Sub Type**Regular**Employee Entity**Albert Einstein Medical Center**Primary Location Address**5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America