Medical Assistant II, Supportive & Palliative Care at Elkton

ChristianaCare•Elkton, MD

5d•$20 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

ChristianaCare Supportive & Palliative Care at Elkton is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant II with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills. Supportive & Palliative Care in located in at Elkton, Maryland. Supportive & Palliative Care at Elkton focuses on providing comfort to patients with advanced chronic and serious illnesses, along with their families. The interdisciplinary team aims to alleviate fears, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life through effective communication, consistent care, and coordination. It emphasizes starting care at the time of diagnosis and adopts a holistic approach to manage symptoms. Palliative care can complement curative treatments and is designed to align with the patient's personal care goals. Palliative Care | ChristianaCare Cecil County. The Medical Assistant II ensures high-quality patient care, assists providers with virtual and on-site exams and treatments, and provides leadership by mentoring staff and supporting practice operations. Rotation between sites and specialties is a required component of this position.

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).
2 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant is required

Nice To Haves

3 years’ experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Rooming patients
Recording vitals
Performing tests
Injections
Medication administration
EKGs
Assisting clinicians with exams and procedures
Preparing treatment rooms
Managing EMR documentation
Handling patient callbacks
Maintaining equipment sterilization
Managing authorizations
Referrals
Refills
Scheduling
Quality control of POCT equipment
Clerical tasks
Supply management
Staff coverage
Ensuring safe work practices

Benefits

Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage: 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.
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth: Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Grow Your Family with Confidence: Advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance.
Paid Parental Leave: Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being: 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