Medical Assistant, Family Medicine at Lederach - Grand View Hospital

At Grand View Health, Medical Assistants are vital and valued.  They are responsible for assisting physicians in the examination and treatment of patients by delivering quality patient care, performing clinical and clerical duties within the practices.  They keep the practice running smoothly.  With a network of medical practices throughout Bucks and Montgomery Counties, Grand View Health functions as an extended family of healthcare advocates who take pride in knowing that we aren’t just making a living; we’re leading our community to a healthier future.   If you desire to make a positive impact on the lives of patients consider applying for immediate consideration. 

Essential Functions:

• Assisting clinicians during examinations and other patient related duties to ensure the safety and well being of patients in the practice. 
• Patient interviews in a polite and courteous manner.
• Taking accurate vital signs which include, but are not limited to: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressures, height and weight.  Must be able to enter efficiently into the computer system.
• Performing tests such as: EKGs, PFTs, audio tests, vision tests and must set up any other tests requested by the physician.
• Communicating test results to the patient under the direction of the provider as well as answering questions that the patient may have.
• Giving injections and performing venipuncture as needed.
• Spinning blood samples and completing lab paperwork as needed.
• Engages, promotes self care and provides encouragement to the patient.
• Preparing the patient chart prior to the visit which includes ensuring that all test results, hospital records and consult letters are in the record.  Identifies any quality gaps and flags them for the provider.
• Assists in the collection of clinical data for Performance Improvement purposes.
• Responsible for keeping accurate, up-to-date record of supplies on hand. 
• Screens and redirects telephone calls and walk-in visitors.  Coordinates scheduling of appointments.
• Performs CLIA waived quality controls as needed.

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED And Over 1 year to 3 years Experience as a Medical Assistant or other healthcare professional meeting core competencies of the Medical Assistant profession (vital signs, EKGs, history and medication reconciliation) in a healthcare environment required

OR
Vocational diploma, Certified or Registered Medical Assistant with no Medical Assistant experience 

Licenses and Certifications:
Medical Assistant, Upon hire, preferred
Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Upon hire, preferred

Benefits:
• Medical, Free Dental, Vision Insurance for full time and part time
• 403B
• Pension Plan
• On-site discounted Child Care Center
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5250 per year
• Free Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Referral Bonus