Medical Assistant-Navy Yard- South Philly
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. The role supports patient flow and performs clinical procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vital-sign measurements. The Medical Assistant serves as a liaison to physicians to support patient satisfaction and maintains and orders supplies as needed. The position involves escorting patients to exam rooms, confirming patient identification, documenting vital signs, clinical care quality measures, and medical histories, and using information technology systems within the established scope of practice. The Medical Assistant assists physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures, follows HIPAA privacy and security requirements, and orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support office operations.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within six months of hire.
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire; BLS through the American Red Cross may be accepted at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- For New Jersey positions: graduation from an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program with at least 330 hours of instruction, including training in administering intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- For internal Einstein applicants: Medical Assistant certification is not required for a current Einstein employee in a Medical Assistant role hired before July 1, 2024.
- Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds; frequent sitting, standing, and keyboard use; patient-care providers may need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician’s office or another healthcare setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.
- Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure proper identification.
- Perform and document vital signs, clinical care quality measures, and medical history information.
- Maintain proficiency in the use of information technology systems and comply with their documentation requirements within the established scope of practice.
- Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures; perform EKGs, venipuncture, and injections in the office as applicable.
- Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Order clinical supplies to maintain inventory and facilitate smooth office operations.
- Support patient flow and act as a liaison to physicians to promote patient satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
