Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine/Primary Care - Philadelphia, PA
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. The role includes managing patient flow, assisting with examinations and diagnostic procedures, performing and documenting clinical measures, and serving as a liaison to physicians to support patient satisfaction. The Medical Assistant also maintains and orders clinical supplies for the office. The position is based at 9501 Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is scheduled for a Workday Day shift. The employee works with physicians, co-workers, visitors, and other staff in accordance with Jefferson’s values and established scope of practice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire.
- Obtain 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician office or another healthcare setting is preferred.
- For New Jersey positions only: 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.
- For internal Einstein applicants only: 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.
Responsibilities
- Escort patients to exam rooms and verify proper patient identification.
- Perform and document vital signs, clinical care quality measures, and medical history information.
- Use and document information technology systems in accordance with established requirements and scope of practice.
- Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures; may perform EKGs, venipuncture, and injections in the office.
- Follow HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Order clinical supplies and maintain inventory to support smooth office operations.
- Support patient flow and act as a liaison to physicians to help ensure patient satisfaction.
Benefits
- Top-tier health insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Generous time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
