Medical Assistant I, Wilmington Adult Medicine
About The Position
ChristianaCare Wilmington Adult Medicine is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care. This is a fast-paced, mission-driven academic practice in Wilmington, Delaware, where the Medical Assistant works with attending physicians, rotating residents, and interdisciplinary teams to provide quality care to a diverse patient population. The position supports clinical flow, care coordination, and accurate documentation across multiple providers in a collaborative and evolving environment. The role includes preparing patients for visits, rooming them, obtaining vital signs, performing basic clinical tasks, assisting with examinations, and supporting patient education and follow-up. The Medical Assistant also handles electronic medical record updates and other clerical duties, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling; troubleshoots video visits; and helps patients access the patient portal. The work requires adaptability as schedules and priorities change and may offer opportunities to support resident onboarding and develop clinical skills in a high-acuity setting. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The hourly pay range is $19.48 to $28.24.
Requirements
- High school graduate 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).
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication skills.
- Adaptability and dependability.
- A patient-focused, resilient mindset.
- Integrity and attention to detail.
- Solid technical and clinical skills.
Responsibilities
- Greet and support patients virtually and in person.
- Prepare patients for visits, including rooming them and obtaining vital signs.
- Perform basic clinical tasks, including testing, injections, and EKGs.
- Assist physicians with examinations.
- Maintain examination rooms and equipment.
- Update electronic medical records and ensure accurate documentation.
- Support patient education and follow-up.
- Manage patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling.
- Handle clerical duties and troubleshoot video visits.
- Support patients with access to the patient portal.
- Coordinate care and support clinical flow across multiple providers.
- Adapt to changing schedules and priorities in a collaborative clinical environment.
Benefits
- First-day medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay no 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 annually, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
- Fertility care through Progyny and maternity education and support.
- Adoption assistance up to $5,000.
- 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
