Medical Assistant- Pulmonary

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pulmonary care teams. You will escort patients, document vitals, and help with examinations and diagnostic procedures, including EKGs and venipuncture.

The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance, efficient patient flow, and accurate medical history recording. This is a temporary day-shift position with responsibilities across clinical and clerical tasks in a fast-paced office.

Qualifikationen

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.

Aufgaben

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.
• Performs and documents vital signs, medical history information, and clinical care quality measures.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures, may perform EKG and venipuncture/injections.
• Maintains HIPAA privacy and security requirements and orders clinical supplies to support daily operations.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication andorganisatio

Ausbildung

HS Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification within 6 months

Jobbeschreibung

## Medical Assistant- PulmonaryApply: Philadelphia, PA: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-0035698**Number of Positions In Requisition**1**Job Details**The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.**Job Description****Job Duties*** 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.**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Excellent communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of medical terminology.* Familiarity with medical office procedures.**Preferred Experience, Education, Degree, Certification(s), License(s)**HS Diploma or equivalent required. Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.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 Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024.Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred.BLS Certification through American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire. BLS through the America Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations.**Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \\*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.**Work Shift**Workday Day (United States of America)**Worker Sub Type**Temporary**Employee Entity**Albert Einstein Medical Center**Primary Location Address**5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America