School-Based Medical Assistant I — Impactful Patient Care

Christiana Care Health Services, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

ChristianaCare Health Services, Inc. seeks a dependable Medical Assistant I to support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care.

You will perform essential clinical and clerical tasks, prepare patients for exams, update EMR, and assist with referrals and portal access in a busy school-based health center network. This full-time/part-time role offers a 40-hour workweek across 42 weeks annually, with comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on communication and integrity to deliver

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical and administrative tasks, such as assisting with exams, and maintaining 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Integrity

Clinical skills

Technical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program graduate or MA Certification

Job description

ChristianaCare Health Services, Inc. seeks a dependable Medical Assistant I to support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care.

You will perform essential clinical and clerical tasks, prepare patients for exams, update EMR, and assist with referrals and portal access in a busy school-based health center network. This full-time/part-time role offers a 40-hour workweek across 42 weeks annually, with comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on communication and integrity to deliver