Medical Assistant I - Family Practice Exeter Health

Company: Penn State Health
Location: Reading
Posted on: January 21, 2025

Job Description:

***$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify ****New enhanced rates and comprehensive benefits to help you grow personally and professionally*Penn State Health - Community Medical GroupLocation: US:PA:ReadingWork Type: Full TimeFTE: 1.00Shift: VariedHours: VariableRecruiter Contact: Monica Echeverri at mecheverri@pennstatehealth.psu.eduSUMMARY OF POSITION:Penn State Health Exeter Family Practice is expanding its Clinical team! This office functions as primary care and oversees gynecology. It's a busy clinic, seeing upwards of 200 patients/day, so each staff member is required to complete at least one late evening per week.The selected Medical Assistant will be responsible for rooming patients, obtaining vitals, performing Point-of-Care Testing, and assisting with minor in-house procedures. Chart preparation and immunizations are performed by the Medical Assistant. Clerical duties will include making phone calls to patients, updating prescriptions, scheduling same-day appointments, and overseeing the e-Message pool.This office experiences a high patient flow, so prior clinical experience is ideal for the clinical staff. Join the Suite 202 team today!MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):High School diploma or equivalent required.Must meet current eligibility to sit for the exam with attainment of certification or registration through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistants within 90-days of employment date or current active status as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistant certification required.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain BLS Certification within 6 months of employment date.PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant ProgramPrevious outpatient experience preferred.WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealthPenn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:Be Wellwith Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).Be Balancedwith Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewardsWHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients -and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient's healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future. YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.IND567

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