Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Turnersville NJ
About the role
The Medical Assistant assists physicians as they assess, examine and treat patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management and various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals. Acts as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction. Maintains and orders supplies for their area as needed.
Responsibilities
- Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure proper identification
- Perform and document vital signs, clinical care quality measures, and medical history
- Maintain proficiency with IT systems and documentation requirements
- Assist physicians with examinations and diagnostic procedures (EKG, venipuncture/injections)
- Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security requirements
- Order clinical supplies to maintain inventory and support office operations
- Manage patient flow
- Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and vitals
- Act as liaison to physicians to ensure patient satisfaction
- Maintain and order supplies as needed
Requirements
HS Diploma or equivalent required. Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire. BLS certification through the American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of hire (American Red Cross acceptable at some Pennsylvania practice locations). Experience in a physician office or other healthcare setting preferred. For NJ only: graduate of 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 if a current Einstein employee in a current Medical Assistant role with a hire date prior to 7/1/2024 when transferring within Einstein entities.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Familiarity with medical office procedures
Benefits
- Top‑tier health insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Generous time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits package: medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, voluntary benefits
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full‑time service or two years of part‑time service
- Medical (including prescription) insurance available to all colleagues, including those working less than part‑time
Pay
Salary range: $19.39 to $27.64 per hour. The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
Schedule
Work shift: Day (United States of America). Regular employee position.