Medical Assistant - urology - Asplundh & Abington Hospital

Thomas Jefferson University • Montgomery County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. The role supports patient flow and performs clinical and diagnostic procedures within the established scope of practice, while serving as a liaison to physicians to help ensure patient satisfaction. The Medical Assistant also maintains and orders supplies needed for office operations.

The position is based at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania, and works a day shift. The role requires interaction with patients, coworkers, visitors, and other staff in a manner consistent with Jefferson’s values, and adherence to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.

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; 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 positions: 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a physician’s office or other healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and verify proper identification.
• Record and document vital signs, clinical care quality measures, and medical history information.
• Use and document information in relevant technology systems while maintaining knowledge of system requirements and working within the established scope of practice.
• Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures; perform EKGs, venipuncture, and injections in the office as applicable.
• Support patient flow and act as a liaison to physicians to help ensure patient satisfaction.
• Maintain and order clinical supplies to support inventory and smooth office operations.
• Follow HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
• Interact with coworkers, visitors, and staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.

Benefits

• Top-tier health insurance.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Generous time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical and prescription coverage, supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and voluntary benefits.
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
• Medical and prescription insurance access for all colleagues, including those working less than part-time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED