Certified Medical Assistant - CMA- Women's Health

Geisinger • Danville, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support for physicians and other providers in an outpatient Women's Health setting. The CMA works as an integral member of the healthcare team under provider direction, performing clinical duties, documenting in the electronic medical record, and helping maintain a safe environment. The role also provides administrative and clerical support to the clinic, including scheduling, filing reports, and following up on documentation, phone calls, and billing inquiries.

The position is based at Geisinger Healthplex Woodbine, is scheduled for 40 hours per week on day shifts, and is typically performed in a clinical environment. Travel may be required. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is paid over two years, subject to stipulations. Candidates must have CMA certification; an accredited Medical Assistant certificate or diploma program and related work experience are preferred.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited one-year certificate or two-year diploma Medical Assistant program.
• Graduate from a specialty training 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 using the electronic medical record rooming tool.
• Prepare patients for provider visits while protecting their safety and privacy, and set up examination and treatment rooms between cases.
• Provide direct patient care as directed by the provider, including EKGs, wound dressings, and support during minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations.
• Prepare and administer medications according to policy and validated competency; intravenous medications may not be administered.
• Complete patient tests and treatments ordered by the provider in accordance with policy and validated competency.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, complete related paperwork, and perform phlebotomy; assist with laboratory testing, reporting, and quality assurance as trained and overseen.
• Perform receptionist and clerical duties, including scheduling, filing, matching reports to medical records, and following up on documentation, phone calls, and billing inquiries.
• Document accurately in the appropriate electronic medical record sections and use designated medical record and scheduling systems.
• Facilitate timely appointments, complete referrals and pre-authorizations, and collect co-payments.
• Assist with 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.
• Inventory non-controlled medical and surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals as needed; monitor supply levels, expiration dates, and utilization.
• Prepare and clean instruments, follow sterilization and disinfection protocols, and clean and set up examination rooms using infection prevention protocols.
• Follow hand hygiene and infection prevention precautions, and observe diagnostic equipment and instruments for proper operation and maintenance needs.
• Participate actively in patient safety and quality improvement programs.

Benefits

• $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 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 with 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED