Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Team Impact

WellSpan Health; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

Financial education and DailyPay

Expanded Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WellSpan Health in Central Pennsylvania is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care across our clinics. You will greet patients, obtain vitals, prepare exam rooms, and assist in procedures under licensed supervision.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation in the EHR, and adherence to safety and privacy standards. Prior MA program completion and CPR/BLS are required or preferred as noted.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program required or preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred upon hire.
• 1 year Medical Assistant experience required.
• Proficient in SBAR communication and medical terminology.
• Proficient in navigating electronic health records (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and document reason for visit and vital signs.
• Collect specimens and ensure proper handling and tracking.
• Maintain stocked, clean exam rooms and functioning equipment.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist providers as directed.
• Schedule orders, coordinate tests, and relay results to patients.
• Administer vaccines/medications under supervision per protocol.
• Document prescriptions and refills; perform basic office procedures.
• Educate patients and families per provider instructions.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and comply with safety standards.

Skills

SBAR communication

EHR proficiency

Team collaboration

Independence / initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree Medical Assistant Preferred

Diploma Program Medical Assistant Preferred

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

WellSpan Health in Central Pennsylvania is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care across our clinics. You will greet patients, obtain vitals, prepare exam rooms, and assist in procedures under licensed supervision.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation in the EHR, and adherence to safety and privacy standards. Prior MA program completion and CPR/BLS are required or preferred as noted.