Medical Assistant I, Vascular Surgery in Newark
About The Position
ChristianaCare's Vascular Surgery in Newark is seeking a professional, compassionate, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills. Vascular Surgery is growing at ChristianaCare. A critically important service within the hospital, Vascular Surgery is medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the body’s vascular system- the arteries and veins- excluding the heart and brain. As a Medical Assistant I, you support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing essential clinical and clerical duties to ensure quality care.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED required.
- A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Responsibilities
- The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment.
- They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.
Benefits
- Comprehensive first-day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage.
- Low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in-office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
- 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
- Up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
- Advanced fertility care through Progyny.
- Free maternity education and support.
- Up to $5,000 in adoption assistance.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
- Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%-5% based on service.
- Free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.
- Employee assistance program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
