Medical Assistant - Nyes Road I - Suite A

Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Harrisburg
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: Mon - Fri 6:30a-5p (8 hour shifts); occ. Sat. 8a-12p

*$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS AND INCREASED RATES! - eligible to those that qualify*

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Penn State Health Medical Group Nyes Rd – Suite A is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant (MA) to join its’ ranks! Comprised of Primary Care and Behavioral Health as its’ specialties, the Nyes Rd – Suite A office sees 150 patients per day and operates on a weekday schedule from 6:30a to 5p (8-hour shifts) with later Tuesday hours. Occasional Saturday clinics will also take place throughout the year.

The hired MA will be expected to room patients, take vitals, reconcile medications, and complete intake questionnaires. The MA will also conduct Point-of-Care testing, administer vaccines and EKGs, practice phlebotomy, and assist with in-house procedures as needed. Clerical duties include completing prior authorizations, form completion, and overseeing patient e-message pool. Suite A offers versatility throughout the workday!

The desired MA will be a flexible team player who has experience working in a fast-paced office and have the ability to multitask. This office enjoys hosting themed luncheons for team building and has weekly food-trucks, so food enthusiasts will flourish with this office!

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 Program 

Previous outpatient experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: 

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate direct patient contact/engagement/outreach

Reliable transportation to travel among designated clinic locations

Flexibility to collaboratively work with various departments and perform varied tasks

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 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union: Non Bargained

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