Medical Assistant Cumberland - Contingency Pool

$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 - Hershey Medical Center

Location : US : PA : Camp Hill

Work Type : Full Time

FTE : 0.90

Shift : Day

Hours : Varied Day Shift Monday-Friday based on the daily clinic assigned

Recruiter Contact : Lindsay Wright lwright7@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION :

Responsible for providing assistance with various health care services, for obtaining specimens, for conducting routine lab studies of specimens, and for assisting with administrative functions such as coordinating patient flow and scheduling appointments and phone messages.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES- The percentage of time spent performing essential functions is 95%. Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties :

Record vital statistics or other health information.

Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.

Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.

Interview patients to gather medical information.

Prepare patient treatment areas for use.

Give medications or immunizations.

Collect biological specimens from patients.

Control prescription refills or authorizations.

Explain technical medical information to patients.

Clean medical equipment.

Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards.

Process medical billing information.

Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.

Perform clerical work in medical settings.

Schedule patient procedures or appointments.

Administer basic health care or medical treatments.

Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.

Inventory medical supplies or equipment.

Operate medical equipment.

Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.

Apply bandages, dressings, or splints.

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.

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 : About Us | Careers | Penn State Health ()

Penn 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 Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).

Be Balanced with 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 :

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union : Non Bargained

Position Medical Assistant Cumberland - Contingency Pool

Location US : PA : Camp Hill | Medical Assistant | Full Time

Req ID 59711