Medical Assistant Certified - Northeast Peds

Tower Health • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant administers and performs triage and direct care to assigned patients under the direction and supervision of the RN/Nurse Manager. Duties include obtaining height, weight, and vital signs; updating medical records; and assisting clinicians with examinations as requested. The role supports efficient patient flow by providing basic patient care and performing routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the office running smoothly. The Medical Assistant also provides secretarial and front-desk support, including checking patients in and out, filing, copying, answering phones, and other duties as requested by the Practice Manager.

The position is at Northeast Peds, 9501 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and every fourth Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Scheduled start and end times require flexibility to meet practice needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or graduation from a Medical Assistant Program.
• Complete and maintain all competencies and trainings required for the role.
• Relevant experience.
• BLS certification.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification awarded through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA, NAHP, or NHA. Another Medical Assistant certification requires THMG Leadership Approval.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• General clerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and perform triage and direct care for assigned patients under the direction and supervision of the RN/Nurse Manager.
• Obtain patients’ height, weight, and vital signs.
• Update medical records.
• Assist clinicians with examinations as requested.
• Provide efficient basic care to support smooth patient flow through the office.
• Perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the office running smoothly.
• Provide secretarial and front-desk support, including checking patients in and out, filing, copying, and answering phones.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Practice Manager.

Benefits

• Generous time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Instant access to pay throughout the pay period through Tower Advance Pay.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Program.
• Life Insurance.

What This Job Offers

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