Medical Assistant (MA)

PrimeCare Medical, Inc.•Lancaster, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PrimeCare Medical Inc. is seeking enthusiastic and hard-working Certified Medical Assistants to work in the Medical Department at Lancaster County Prison in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The Medical Assistant handles clinical and administrative duties, including medical records requests, administrative reports, Continuity of Care releases, and other medical tasks. Available full-time shifts are day shift, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, and evening shift, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM. The position includes performing initial intake screenings for new receptions, taking vital signs, completing intake forms according to written protocols, and preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas. The Medical Assistant also carries out physician-directed tasks, maintains medication records, supports telephone and clerical functions, and safeguards confidential information while following universal precautions.

Requirements

Complete an approved Medical Assistant program.
Have clerical experience and the ability to type.
Have 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 screenings for new receptions, take vital signs, and complete appropriate intake forms according to written protocol.
Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
Phone to verify medications and medical information.
Obtain lab specimens as ordered by a physician, including venipunctures.
Perform treatments ordered by a physician.
Maintain medication records.
Administer tuberculin skin tests for new intakes and annual follow-ups.
Type reports, letters, and memoranda.
Answer the telephone and process calls.
Maintain filing systems and protect the confidentiality of information.
Follow universal precautions.
Maintain a pleasant working attitude.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated.