Medical Assistant- Bariatric
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine, and treat patients. The role supports patient flow and performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vital-sign measurements. The Medical Assistant also serves as a liaison to physicians to support patient satisfaction and maintains and orders supplies as needed. The position is based at Jefferson University Physicians, 3 Crescent Drive, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is listed for a Workday Day shift. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Medical Assistant certification must be obtained within six months of hire, and American Heart Association BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. American Red Cross BLS may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations. Healthcare-setting experience is preferred. Additional education requirements apply to New Jersey locations, and a certification exception is described for certain internal Einstein applicants.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Medical Assistant certification within six months of hire.
- Obtain BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire; American Red Cross BLS 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 locations: graduate from an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program that includes at least 330 hours of instruction and training in administering intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- For internal Einstein applicants: Medical Assistant certification is not required for a current Einstein employee in a current Medical Assistant role hired before July 1, 2024, when transferring within Einstein entities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician office or other healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistently 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 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 appropriate.
- Follow HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Order clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support smooth office operations.
- Support patient flow and serve as a liaison to physicians to help ensure patient satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 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
