Medical Assistant (MA)

PrimeCare Medical•Lancaster, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

PrimeCare Medical Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working Certified Medical Assistant to work in the Medical Department at Lancaster County Prison in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The role involves clinical and administrative duties, including intake screening, medical records and reports, medication records, and Continuity of Care release tasks. Available full-time shifts are day, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, and evening, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.

Requirements

Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program.
Some clerical experience and ability to type.
Pennsylvania ChildLine clearance.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
Good patient assessment skills.
Effective communication skills and a pleasant telephone manner.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Working knowledge of office and medical equipment.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
At least 2 years of medical assistant or medical office administrative support experience.
Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to handle confidential matters and information.

Responsibilities

Perform initial intake screening for new receptions, take vital signs, and complete intake forms according to written protocol.
Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
Phone to verify medications and medical information.
Obtain laboratory specimens as ordered by a physician, including venipunctures.
Perform treatments ordered by a physician.
Maintain medication records.
Administer tuberculin skin tests to new intakes and complete annual follow-up testing for inmates/patients.
Type reports, letters, and memoranda.
Answer the telephone and process calls.
Maintain the filing system and protect confidential information.
Follow universal precautions.
Maintain a pleasant working attitude.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated.