Medical Assistant - Colon Rectal - Abington, PA
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports physicians in assessing, examining, and treating patients. The role helps manage patient flow, performs and documents clinical measures and patient information, and may carry out diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, and injections. The Medical Assistant also serves as a liaison to physicians to support patient satisfaction and maintains clinical supplies for the office. The position is based at Abington Memorial Hospital, 1235 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania. The work shift is listed as Workday Day. Jefferson describes itself as a regional healthcare and higher-education organization with more than 65,000 people, 32 hospital campuses, and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Obtain Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire.
- Obtain BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire; BLS through the American Red Cross may be acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- For New Jersey positions only: Graduate from an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program with at least 330 hours of instruction, including training in 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 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities.
- Able to lift and carry 25 pounds; frequent sitting, standing, and keyboard use are required. Patient-care providers may also need to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician 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 in the use of information technology systems and meet their documentation requirements within the established scope of practice.
- Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures; may perform EKGs, venipuncture, and injections in the office.
- Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
- Order clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support smooth office operations.
- Support patient flow and patient satisfaction.
Benefits
- Top-tier health insurance.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Employee discounts on products and services.
- Generous time off.
- Tuition reimbursement and tuition assistance.
- 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.
- 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
