Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Geisinger•Nanticoke, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its Primary Care Nanticoke outpatient clinic. The role provides direct patient care and clinical support to physicians and other providers as an integral member of the healthcare team, working under provider direction. The position also provides administrative and clerical support to help the clinic operate efficiently. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment, and travel may be required. This is a regular, full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week on 8-hour day shifts. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through one of the listed governing associations. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant certificate or diploma program and at least one year of related work experience are preferred. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates, paid over two years subject to stipulations. Geisinger offers benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one; retirement contributions; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; wellness incentives; and family, caregiving, and other voluntary support programs. Employees are expected to comply with organizational policies and job-specific requirements and participate actively in patient safety and quality improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CMA or RMA certification through one of the listed governing associations: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
Basic Life Support certification within six months.
Communication, customer service, multitasking, and teamwork skills.
Comply with organization policies and job-specific obligations.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Obtain 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 for provider visits while supporting their safety and privacy; set up examination and treatment rooms between cases and patients.
Provide direct patient care within demonstrated competency and clinic needs, including performing EKGs, wound dressings, and supporting providers during minor procedures and ancillary examinations.
Prepare and administer medications according to policy and demonstrated competency; intravenous medications may not be administered.
Complete tests and treatments ordered by providers according to policy and demonstrated competency.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and associated paperwork; perform phlebotomy and assist with laboratory functions as trained and overseen by laboratory staff.
Perform receptionist and clerical duties, including scheduling, filing reports, following up on documentation, phone calls and billing inquiries, and maintaining patient medical records.
Use the electronic medical record and scheduling systems; facilitate appointments and complete referrals and pre-authorizations as needed.
Collect co-payments.
Support orientation of new personnel under the direction of the provider and/or site lead.
Communicate with patients as directed by the provider, prioritize communications, respond to questions and requests, and reinforce patient education.
When assigned, inventory non-controlled medical and surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals, monitor expiration dates, and document utilization; access or transport non-controlled medications as needed.
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 programs.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax 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.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards 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 childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; legal guidance; mental health visits; and work-life support.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
$3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, paid over two years subject to stipulations.