Medical Assistant- Bala Cynwyd- Internal Med
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. The role supports patient flow and performs or assists with diagnostic procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vital signs. 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 history, and using information technology systems within the established scope of practice. The Medical Assistant follows HIPAA privacy and security requirements and helps maintain clinical supply inventory for smooth office operations. This position is based at 225 City Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, and is scheduled for a workday day shift. Jefferson is a regional health care and higher education organization with more than 65,000 people. The role is with Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 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 acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
- For New Jersey only: Graduate of 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 only: Medical Assistant certification is not required for current Einstein employees in a Medical Assistant role hired before July 1, 2024.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician’s office or other 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.
- Remain proficient in the use of information technology systems and 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 appropriate to provide quality patient care.
- 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 help ensure patient satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 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
