Certified Medical Assistant - CMA - Pediatrics

Geisinger•Bloomsburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its Pediatrics outpatient clinic in Bloomsburg. 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 typically performed in a clinical environment, and travel may be required. The position works rotating day shifts, with scheduled hours of 40 per week. Clinical work includes preparing patients and exam rooms; obtaining and documenting visit reasons, weights, vital signs, screening information, medication reviews, and other pertinent information in the electronic medical record; and providing care within validated competencies and clinic needs. Duties may include EKGs, wound dressings, support during minor procedures and examinations, medication preparation and administration (excluding intravenous medications), ordered tests and treatments, specimen collection, and phlebotomy. The CMA also prepares and cleans instruments, follows sterilization and infection-prevention protocols, and monitors diagnostic equipment. Administrative duties include scheduling, referrals and pre-authorizations, collecting co-payments, maintaining complete medical records, handling reports and documentation, and supporting patient communications and education as directed by providers. The employee may assist with new-personnel orientation and inventory non-controlled medical supplies and pharmaceuticals. The role also participates in patient safety and quality improvement and must comply with organization policies and job-specific obligations. The position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years, subject to stipulations. Geisinger describes a collaborative workplace and provides a range of benefits, including healthcare coverage starting on day one for eligible full- and part-time positions.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential required.
Certification through one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
High school diploma or GED required.
Basic Life Support certification 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 preferred.
Graduate from a specialty training program preferred.
At least one year of related work experience preferred.

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 visits and take appropriate measures to protect patient safety and privacy.
Set up and clean examination and treatment rooms between patients according to infection-prevention protocols.
Provide direct patient care as directed by the provider and within validated competency, including duties such as EKGs, wound dressings, and support during minor procedures and ancillary examinations.
Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and competency; do not administer intravenous medications.
Complete ordered patient tests and treatments according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and competency.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork; perform phlebotomy and assist with laboratory functions as educated and overseen by the laboratory.
Perform receptionist and clerical duties, including scheduling, filing and matching reports, following up on documentation and phone calls, and responding to billing inquiries.
Document accurately in the appropriate sections of the medical record and use designated electronic medical record and scheduling systems.
Facilitate timely appointments, complete referrals and pre-authorizations, and collect co-payments.
Communicate with patients as directed by the provider, 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 non-controlled medical and surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals, verify expiration dates, document utilization, and transport non-controlled medications as needed.
Prepare and clean instruments and follow sterilization, disinfection, hand-hygiene, and infection-prevention protocols.
Inspect diagnostic equipment and instrumentation and identify needs for preventive or corrective maintenance.
Participate in patient safety and quality improvement programs.
Comply with organization policies and job-specific obligations; travel may be required.

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.
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 described as allowing employees to accrue time quickly.
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 referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; free 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.