Office Assistant I, Primary Care at Linden Hill

ChristianaCare; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 2,631,000 - 3,815,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

32 days PTO annually

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per

Paid parental leave 12 weeks

403(b) with employer match

Job summary

ChristianaCare Linden Hill in Wilmington, Delaware, is seeking a dependable Medical Assistant I to support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care. You will perform clinical tasks, manage EMR, and assist with scheduling to ensure quality care.

The role requires a High School/GED and a recognized Medical Assistant program or national certification. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the NCCA or ANSI.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients virtually and in person.
• Prepare patients for visits and perform basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs).
• Assist with exams and maintain exam rooms and equipment.
• Manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling.

Skills

Strong communication

Clinical skills

Education

Medical Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Certification (NCCA/ANSI)

Job description

Job Details

ChristianaCare Primary Care at Linden Hill is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills.

Primary Care at Linden Hill is in Wilmington, Delaware. Primary Care at Linden Hill provides comprehensive medical services for adults and children, including gynecology, women's health, vaccinations, physical examinations, preventive medicine, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions.

Linden Hill | ChristianaCare

The Medical Assistant I you support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing essential clinical and clerical duties to ensure quality care.

Work Schedule

• Monday & Wednesday: 7am to 7pm *one late night is required per week from 10am to 7pm
• Tuesday & Thursday: 7am to 5pm
• Friday: 7am to 4:30pm

Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
• Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Grow Your Family with Confidence We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.
• Paid Parental Leave Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment. They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.

Position Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Why ChristianaCare

Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives? As a Medical Assistant I, you’ll play an essential role in providing high-quality care and supporting better patient outcomes each day. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of a mission‑driven team focused on improving healthcare.

When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.

Hourly Pay Range

Hourly Pay Range: $19.10 - $27.69

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Jun 30, 2027

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/