Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. The role supports patient flow and performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vital-sign measurements. The Medical Assistant acts 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 and clinical information, assisting physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures, and using information technology systems within the established scope of practice. The Medical Assistant follows HIPAA privacy and security requirements and orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support office operations. This role is located at 354 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road in Sewell, New Jersey, and is listed for a weekday day shift. The position description notes that responsibilities may change or be supplemented as organizational needs require.
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 applicants: 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician office or other healthcare setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff in a manner 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, including EKGs, venipuncture, and injections 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
- Top-tier health insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Generous time off
- Tuition reimbursement or assistance
- Medical and prescription insurance
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Voluntary benefits with 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
