Medical Assistant Primary Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Reading, PA

3d • $21 - $28

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Description: BILH Primary Care is where you can truly make a difference. As the Medical Assistant, you are responsible for assisting in the delivery of high quality, safe clinical care, by being a member of a high performing clinical team. The Medical Assistant on the BILH Primary Care team, will work to enhance patient satisfaction and provider efficiency through a collaborative approach to patient care. Working with Healthcare Providers on their daily needs and schedules will assure patient care is delivered in a timely manner. Taking patient vital signs as well as documenting medical history in our EMR system and providing patients and families medical information in order to achieve positive patient satisfaction are just some of the critical duties you will be performing. Your skills will be valued here. Come join us! Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required, and: 1) Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant program OR 2.) Has obtained a Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA) OR 3.) Minimum of 5 years' experience working as a Medical Assistant Licensure, Certification, Registration: Achieves and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association, within 90 days of hire. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Must possess strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient’s needs are met. Must possess basic computer skills. Utilizes critical thinking and good judgement in performance of tasks. Must possess good organizational skills and the ability to multitask. Pay Range: $21.00 - $28.26 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant program OR Has obtained a Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA) OR Minimum of 5 years' experience working as a Medical Assistant
• Achieves and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association, within 90 days of hire
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Must possess strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient’s needs are met
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Utilizes critical thinking and good judgement in performance of tasks
• Must possess good organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment

Responsibilities

• assisting in the delivery of high quality, safe clinical care
• enhance patient satisfaction and provider efficiency through a collaborative approach to patient care
• Working with Healthcare Providers on their daily needs and schedules will assure patient care is delivered in a timely manner
• Taking patient vital signs as well as documenting medical history in our EMR system
• providing patients and families medical information in order to achieve positive patient satisfaction

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees