OB/GYN Medical Assistant – Day Shift

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Bethlehem is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant for the LVPG Obstetrics and Gynecology team. You will support clinical and clerical duties, prepare patients for exams, and maintain exam rooms in a fast-paced OB/GYN setting.

The ideal candidate has a Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant, strong computer skills (EMR, Excel), and the ability to adapt to change, with a commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to adapt to constant change in healthcare.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Strong computer skills including EMR, word processing, and Excel.
• BLS certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and equipment for exams/procedures and maintains exam rooms and clinical area.
• Performs medical history collection and medication refill, per protocol.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens/lab requisitions accurately and schedules and obtains authorizations for referrals and/or procedures.
• Identifies actual or potential patient risks and communicates those risks to the licensed nurse or provider upon recognition.
• Adheres to clerical, clinical, and EMR workflows.
• Performs clerical duties and provides front office support such as greeting and scheduling.

Skills

Initiative

Independent work

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma

Tools

EMR

Excel

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Bethlehem is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant for the LVPG Obstetrics and Gynecology team. You will support clinical and clerical duties, prepare patients for exams, and maintain exam rooms in a fast-paced OB/GYN setting.

The ideal candidate has a Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant, strong computer skills (EMR, Excel), and the ability to adapt to change, with a commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care.