Medical Assistant I, Primary Care at Elkton
About The Position
ChristianaCare Primary Care at Elkton is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and technical and clinical skills. The Elkton, Maryland practice provides comprehensive family care to children and adults, including preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses, chronic disease management, sick visits, and acute care. The Medical Assistant I supports physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing clinical and clerical duties that help ensure quality care. The position’s schedule is Monday 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with no weekends or holidays. The hourly pay range is $19.48–$28.24. The actual offer depends on factors including skills, relevant experience, and qualifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program, or current Medical Assistant certification from a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
- Strong communication, integrity, technical skills, and clinical skills.
- Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Greet and support patients virtually and in person.
- Prepare patients for visits.
- Perform basic clinical tasks, including testing, injections, and EKGs.
- Assist with examinations.
- Maintain examination rooms and equipment.
- Update electronic medical records (EMRs).
- Manage patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling.
- Handle clerical duties.
- Troubleshoot video visits and support patient portal access.
Benefits
- First-day medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- For caregivers earning under $50,000, $0 paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage.
- Low deductibles and $0 copays for unlimited primary care with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
- 32 days of paid time off 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.
- Up to $5,000 in adoption assistance.
- Fertility care through Progyny and maternity education and support.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service.
- 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
