Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Career Growth

Jefferson Health Plans; Eagle (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier health insurance

Opportunities for career advancement

Employee discounts on products and服务

Generous time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Health Plans is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in assessing, examining and treating patients at Aria Health Physician Services. You will escort patients, document vitals, assist with EKGs and phlebotomy, and maintain patient flow while upholding HIPAA standards.

This role requires a HS diploma, MA certification within 6 months, and BLS within 90 days. Prior physician office experience is preferred; IT system training is provided to ensure accurate documentation and

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire (AHA; Red Cross acceptable at some PA locations).
• Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintains familiarity with IT systems within the scope of practice and documents accordingly.
• Assists physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures, EKG and venipuncture/injections.
• Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
• Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and smooth office operations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Medical terminology

Medical office procedures

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification within 6 months

BLS certification within 90 days

Job description

Jefferson Health Plans is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in assessing, examining and treating patients at Aria Health Physician Services. You will escort patients, document vitals, assist with EKGs and phlebotomy, and maintain patient flow while upholding HIPAA standards.

This role requires a HS diploma, MA certification within 6 months, and BLS within 90 days. Prior physician office experience is preferred; IT system training is provided to ensure accurate documentation and