Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Diagnostic Support

Jefferson Health Plans; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier health insurance

Opportunities for career advancement

Employee discounts on products and (or

Generous time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Abington Memorial Hospital seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient exams, vitals, EKGs and injections. You will escort patients, manage flow and assist with documentation.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, equipment supply management and collaboration with the care team. Required HS diploma, MA certification within 6 months, and BLS within 90 days; prior office or clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.
• 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.
• For internal Einstein applicants only : Medical Assistant certification is not required if a current Einstein employee in a current Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Excellent communication and organizing

Knowledge of medical terminology

Familiarity with medical office procs

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification within 6 months

BLS by American Heart Association within 90 days

Experience in physician office/healthcare setting preferred

For NJ: post-secondary MA program 330 hours incl injections

For Einstein transfer: MA cert not required if internal transfer pre-7/1/2024

Job description

Abington Memorial Hospital seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient exams, vitals, EKGs and injections. You will escort patients, manage flow and assist with documentation.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, equipment supply management and collaboration with the care team. Required HS diploma, MA certification within 6 months, and BLS within 90 days; prior office or clinical experience preferred.