Medical Assistant - Park Ave State College

Penn State Health; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount for employee and

$3,000 sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Penn State Health’s Family Medicine - Park Avenue clinic in State College seeks a Medical Assistant to support outpatient care, patient flow, and specimen handling in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves assisting with clinical tasks, coordinating appointments, and serving as a preceptor for orientation of new medical assistants and students in an academic setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CMA/RMA eligibility to sit for certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics or health information.
• Assess patient conditions to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Prepare treatment areas and assist with procedures.
• Collect specimens and perform routine lab tasks.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient care

Patient scheduling

Medical assistant duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CMA/RMA eligibility within 90 days

Job description

Medical Assistant - Park Ave State College

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

*$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:State College
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Day
Hours:7:00a - 5:30p

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing assistance with various health care services, for obtaining specimens, for conducting routine lab studies of specimens, and for assisting with administrative functions such as coordinating patient flow and scheduling appointments and phone messages. Serve as a trained preceptor for new medical assistant orientation and for instruction of medical assistant students.

Family and Community Medicine - Park Avenue is a dynamic and fast-paced outpatient clinic located in the heart of State College, PA, just one mile from Beaver Stadium and close to the vibrant Penn State University community. As the only Penn State Health clinic exclusively serving Family Medicine patients, we are proud to be a vital training site for our Family Medicine Residents, who provide the majority of patient care under the supervision of dedicated faculty. We see an average of 80 patients per day, offering a diverse and ever-changing clinical environment ideal for individuals who thrive on variety and teamwork. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an academic setting that blends community-based care with medical education and innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - The percentage of time spent performing essential functions is 95%. Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Record vital statistics or other health information.
• Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.
• Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.
• Interview patients to gather medical information.
• Prepare patient treatment areas for use.
• Give medications or immunizations.
• Collect biological specimens from patients.
• Control prescription refills or authorizations.
• Explain technical medical information to patients.
• Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards.
• Process medical billing information.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.
• Perform clerical work in medical settings.
• Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
• Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
• Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.
• Inventory medical supplies or equipment.
• Operate medical equipment.
• Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
• Apply bandages, dressings, or splints.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must meet current eligibility to sit for the exam with attainment of certification or registration through one of the Penn State Health-approved agencies for Medical Assistants within 90-days of the employment date or current active status as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through one of the Penn State Health-approved agencies for Medical Assistant certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain within 6 months of employment date

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Associates Degree or equivalent preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON S. HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER ACADEMIC PRACTICE?

#WeAre comprised of a team network to ensure our practice sites and our employees respond effectively to the ever-changing healthcare environment and provide the highest standard of care to our patients. The Academic Practice is the multi-specialty group practice of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. We support the educational and research mission of the Penn State College of Medicine and strive to recruit and retain the highest quality physicians and staff.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.