Senior Medical Assistant, Pulmonology at Elkton
About The Position
ChristianaCare Pulmonology at Elkton practice is looking for a Medical Assistant II. ChristianaCare Pulmonology at Elkton is located at 111 West High Street, Suite 203 in Elkton, Maryland. Pulmonology at Elkton specialists provide advanced, patient-centered care across Delaware and Maryland, including in-person and video visits. Our team offers comprehensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of lung conditions, supported by collaborative care and state-of-the-art technology. As the Medical Assistant II, will focus on ensuring high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting healthcare providers during examinations and treatments for both virtual and on-site appointments. The Medical Assistant II entails taking on a leadership role, mentoring office staff, and facilitating various operational functions and duties within the practice. The Medical Assistant II will serve as the sole MA supporting three part-time pulmonary providers.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED required.
- A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program and hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) or obtain within three months of hire.
- Two years’ experience as a Medical Assistant, is required
Nice To Haves
- Three years’ is preferred.
- Attention to detail.
- Dependability
- Excellent communication skills
- Integrity
- Technical skills
Responsibilities
- Rooming patients
- Recording vital signs
- Performing point of care testing
- Administering injections and medications
- Performing EKGs according to practice needs
- Assisting clinicians during examinations and procedures
- Preparing treatment rooms with necessary supplies
- Completing patient-specific paperwork
- Ensuring all pertinent test results are up to date for upcoming patient visits
- Providing adequate coverage amid staff shortages
- Participating in new hire orientations and educational initiatives as directed
- Handling patient callbacks as instructed by providers
- Adhering to state guidelines for sterilization of medical equipment
- Managing prior authorizations, referrals, medical refills
- Scheduling tests, procedures, and surgeries
- Conducting quality control of all POCT equipment
- Assisting providers with documentation during examinations
- Performing clerical duties as assigned
- Ordering and maintaining clinical supplies
- Ensuring safe work practices
Benefits
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
- Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions.
- Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave.
- Tuition assistance
- Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, insurance and much more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
