Medical Assistant- Bala Cynwyd- Internal Med
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 serves as a liaison to physicians to support patient satisfaction and maintains and orders supplies as needed. The position is based at 225 City Avenue in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, and is listed as a day-shift role. The Medical Assistant escorts patients to exam rooms, records clinical information, assists with examinations and procedures, uses information technology systems within the established scope of practice, follows HIPAA requirements, and helps maintain clinical supply inventory.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Medical Assistant certification within six months of hire, subject to the stated exception for eligible current Einstein employees.
- For New Jersey positions: graduate from an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program with at least 330 hours of instruction, including training in intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire; American Red Cross BLS may be accepted at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
- Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds; frequent sitting, standing, and keyboard use are also required. Patient-care providers may need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician’s office or other healthcare setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff 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.
- Maintain proficiency with information technology systems and 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 to the role.
- Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Order clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support smooth office operations.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 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 per-diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
