Certified Medical Assistant OR Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Geisinger•Danville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Medical Assistant for an outpatient orthopedics clinic at Geisinger Healthplex Woodbine. The role provides direct patient care and clinical and administrative support to physicians and other providers as an integral member of the healthcare team. Work is performed under provider direction in a clinical environment, and travel may be required. Clinical duties include preparing patients for visits; collecting and documenting visit information, vital signs, and medication reviews in the electronic medical record; preparing examination and treatment rooms; assisting with patient safety and privacy; and providing care within validated competencies. Duties may include EKGs, wound dressings, support during minor procedures, medication administration (excluding intravenous medications), tests and treatments, phlebotomy, and specimen preparation. The role also includes instrument cleaning and sterilization, infection prevention, equipment checks, and participation in patient safety and quality improvement. Administrative responsibilities include scheduling, referrals and pre-authorizations, collecting co-payments, filing and matching reports, maintaining accurate medical records, handling patient communications, and supporting clinic operations. The Medical Assistant may assist with orientation of new personnel and may monitor supplies and non-controlled medications. A high school diploma or GED is required. A Medical Assistant certificate or diploma program and related experience are preferred. The posting says it will consider either a Certified Medical Assistant or a non-certified Medical Assistant; certification requirements apply to the certified option. Full-time hours are 40 per week, on the day shift. Pay is commensurate with experience and certification. Eligible certified candidates may receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years; non-certified candidates may receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus paid over one year, subject to stipulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For the Certified Medical Assistant option: CMA or RMA certification is required, with certification by NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
Basic Life Support certification is required within six months.
Communication, customer service, multitasking, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited one-year certificate or two-year diploma Medical Assistant program.
At least one year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and clinical support to physicians and other providers in an outpatient setting under provider direction.
Collect and document the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital signs, screening information, medication review, and other pertinent information in the electronic medical record.
Prepare patients and examination or treatment rooms, maintaining patient safety and privacy.
Perform clinical procedures within validated competency, such as EKGs and wound dressings, and support providers during minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations.
Prepare and administer medications according to policy and validated competency; intravenous medications may not be administered.
Complete ordered patient tests and treatments according to policy and procedure.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, complete associated paperwork, perform phlebotomy, and assist with laboratory functions as trained and overseen.
Perform receptionist and clerical duties, including scheduling, filing reports, managing documentation and calls, completing referrals and pre-authorizations, and collecting co-payments.
Maintain complete and accurate patient records using the designated electronic medical record and scheduling system.
Communicate with patients as directed by the provider, prioritize communications, respond to questions and requests, and reinforce patient education.
Assist with orientation of new personnel under the direction of the provider or site lead.
Monitor medical and surgical supplies and non-controlled pharmaceuticals as needed, including checking expiration dates and documenting utilization.
Prepare and clean instruments; follow sterilization, disinfection, hand hygiene, and infection prevention protocols.
Inspect diagnostic equipment and instrumentation, identify maintenance needs, and participate in patient safety and quality improvement.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one, with three medical plan choices.
Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with accrual.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
Wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including care referrals, legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
Sign-on bonus of $3,000 for eligible certified Medical Assistants, paid over two years, or $1,500 for non-certified Medical Assistants, paid over one year; stipulations apply.