Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinic Support

St. Luke's University Health Network; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Berks Trust School District Health Center in Wyomissing, Reading. The role supports patient care within an interdisciplinary team and upholds the organization’s values.

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent; MA program graduates are preferred. Two years of healthcare experience and BLS/CPR certification (or within 60 days) are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduates of accredited Medical Assistant programs strongly preferred.
• Two years of experience in a similar healthcare setting is preferred.
• BLS/CPR: Current or within 60 days of hire; through ARC or AHA.

Responsibilities

• Review and update patient medical records prior to visits.
• Prepare patients for examination and escort to exam room; record vitals and update histories.
• Assist in lab work, injections, and immunizations within state guidelines.
• Communicate with Care Team about discharge, visits, and labs/tests.
• Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and biohazard waste disposal per protocol.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department meetings.

Skills

Medical assisting

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

MA program graduates preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Berks Trust School District Health Center in Wyomissing, Reading. The role supports patient care within an interdisciplinary team and upholds the organization’s values.

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent; MA program graduates are preferred. Two years of healthcare experience and BLS/CPR certification (or within 60 days) are expected.