Medical Assistant II - Eastbrook Family Health Center

Overview

Penn State Health - Community Medical Group

Location:

US:

PA:
Ronks
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.20

Shift: Day

Hours:

Varied
Recruiter Contact:
Monica Echeverri

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. Serve as a trained preceptor for new medical assistant orientation and for instruction of medical assistant students. Join the Penn State Health Medical Group – Eastbrook office as a clinical staff member.

The Eastbrook team seeks a Medical Assistant II to join the ranks. Solely practicing family medicine, the office treats 40-60 patients per day. The hired Medical Assistant II will be expected to room patients, collect vitals, perform point-of-care testing and phlebotomy. Administering vaccines and assisting with minor in-house procedures will also be expected. Chart prep and other administrative duties are also required.

As the Medical Assistant II within the office, expectations of precepting and training are also anticipated. The ideal Medical Assistant II will be strong in time management and critical thinking. Working as part of a team and independently will be expected in this position. Don’t wait – apply today!

• Room patients, collect vitals, perform point-of-care testing and phlebotomy.
• Administer vaccines and assist with minor in-house procedures.
• Chart preparation and other administrative duties as required.
• Provide precepting and training for new staff and students.
• Work as part of a team and independently; manage time effectively.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient practice or clinical specialty area required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain BLS Certification within 6 months of employment date.

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Associates Degree preferred.

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.

• 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.

#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 posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. 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.