Certified Medical Assistant - CMA - Pediatrics

Geisinger•Orwigsburg, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its outpatient pediatrics clinic at Geisinger Primary Care Orwigsburg. The role provides direct patient care and clinical and administrative support to physicians and other providers as an integral member of the healthcare team, under provider direction. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift and is typically performed in a clinical environment; travel may be required. The Medical Assistant prepares patients and examination rooms, gathers and documents visit information in the electronic medical record, performs clinical procedures within validated competency, and supports patient safety, privacy, education, and communication. Duties also include specimen collection, phlebotomy, medication administration within policy and scope, instrument preparation and disinfection, scheduling and referrals, clerical support, and participation in patient-safety and quality-improvement activities. An accredited one-year certificate or two-year diploma Medical Assistant program is preferred. A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential and certification through one of the listed governing associations are required. Basic Life Support certification is required within six months. Geisinger offers eligible Certified Medical Assistants a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years, subject to stipulations.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential required.
Certification through one of the following governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
Basic Life Support certification required within six months.
High school diploma or GED required.
Communication, customer service, multitasking, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and clinical support to physicians and other providers in the outpatient setting under provider direction.
Obtain and document the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital signs, screening information, medication review, and other pertinent information using the electronic medical record rooming tool.
Prepare patients for visits and take appropriate measures to protect their safety and privacy.
Set up and clean examination and treatment rooms between patients using established infection-prevention protocols.
Perform clinical duties within demonstrated competency and clinic needs, including EKGs, wound dressings, and assisting providers during minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations.
Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure after competency validation; do not administer intravenous medications.
Complete tests and treatments ordered by providers according to policy and procedure after competency validation.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, complete associated paperwork, perform phlebotomy, and assist with laboratory functions as educated and overseen by the laboratory.
Perform receptionist and clerical duties, including filing and matching reports and supporting patient scheduling, documentation follow-up, phone calls, and billing inquiries.
Document in appropriate sections of the electronic medical record and use designated medical record and scheduling systems.
Facilitate timely appointments, complete referrals and pre-authorizations as needed, and collect co-payments.
Communicate with patients as directed by providers, prioritize communications, respond to patient questions and requests, and reinforce provider-directed patient education.
Assist with orientation of new personnel under the direction of the provider and/or site lead.
May inventory medical and surgical supplies and non-controlled pharmaceuticals, monitor expiration dates and supply levels, and transport non-controlled medications as needed.
Prepare and clean instruments and follow sterilization, disinfection, hand-hygiene, and infection-prevention protocols, including high-level disinfection where applicable.
Inspect and observe diagnostic equipment and instruments for proper operation and identify preventive or corrective maintenance needs.
Actively participate in patient-safety and quality-improvement programs.
Comply with organization policies and procedures and satisfy job-specific obligations.

Benefits

Eligible Certified Medical Assistants may receive a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years, subject to stipulations.
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, short-term disability, 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.
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 with childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.