Lead Medical Assistant (ECHA) - Holland Pediatrics - Frankford Ave - Northeast (Philly)

About Jefferson

Nationally ranked,Jefferson, which is principally located in the greaterPhiladelphiaregion and southernNew Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value.Jeffersonis more than 42,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of SidneyKimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top healthcare systems in the country and the largest provider in thePhiladelphiaarea, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 17 hospitals and more than 160 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plansis a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options inPennsylvaniaandNew Jerseyfor more than 35 years.

Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.

Since this position will require the selected candidate to engage in regular contact with children in the form of care, guidance, supervision or training, you will be required to meet the requirements of the Child Protective Services Act, including the Pennsylvania State Police criminal background check, the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare child abuse criminal background clearance, and an FBI finger print based federal criminal records check. The selected candidate will not be allowed to commence working until all three (3) are completed satisfactorily.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Familiarity with medical office procedures.

Required Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years Medical Assistant experience.
• BLS Certification required.

New Hire Bonus for eligible candidates.

The Lead Medical Assistant serves as a resource to other Medical Assistants within their office by mentoring, training and leading day to day operations. In addition to their Lead duties, they may also perform standard MA functions such as assisting patients and performing various diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections and vitals.

1. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
2. Serves as resource to other Medical Assistants by training, mentoring and assisting in the direction of daily operations. May assist and have input in performance evaluation process of standard MA#39;s.
3. Escorts patients to exam rooms and ensures proper identification.
4. Performs and documents vital signs, clinical care quality measures and medical history information.
5. Remains proficient and knowledgeable regarding the use and documentation requirements within information technology systems within established scope of practice.
6. Assists physicians with examinations, various diagnostic procedures, and may perform EKG and venipuncture/injections in the office, using appropriate skills to provide quality care to the patients.
7. Adheres to HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
8. Orders clinical supplies to maintain inventory and to facilitate smooth operations of the office.