Medical Assistant- Geriatrics

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with medical office procedures
• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• BLS through the America Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations
• For internal Einstein applicants only: Medical Assistant certification is not required if a current Einstein employee in a current Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities
• Lift and carry 25 lbs
• Frequent sitting/standing
• Frequent keyboard use
• Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR

Nice To Haves

• Experience in physician office or other healthcare setting preferred
• For NJ Only: Graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program which includes, at a minimum, 330 hours of instruction and encompasses training in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections

Responsibilities

• Patient flow management
• Perform diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals
• Act as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction
• Maintain and order supplies for their area as needed

Benefits

• medical (including prescription)
• supplemental insurance
• dental
• vision
• life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement plans
• tuition assistance
• voluntary benefits
• tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service

What This Job Offers

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