Medical Assistant, Tamaqua Primary Care

St. Luke's University Health Network

Tamaqua, PA, US
Conduct pre-visit planning and charting
Measure vital signs and update medical records
Maintain exam room cleanliness and supplies
The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick

Job Summary

  • The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick.
  • Primary responsibilities include conducting pre-visit planning, updating patient medical records, preparing patients for examination, and assisting with clinical tasks like injections.
  • The role requires maintaining clinical supplies, managing vaccine inventories, coordinating with providers on patient care, and actively participating in departmental meetings.

Matching Summary

The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct pre-visit planning and charting
  • Measure vital signs and update medical records
  • Maintain exam room cleanliness and supplies
  • Administer injections per state guidelines
  • Manage vaccine inventory and temperature logs

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service experience in healthcare
  • Two years of similar healthcare setting experience
  • Active participation in quality improvement initiatives
  • Strong interdisciplinary team collaboration skills
  • Ability to analyze current procedures for improvement

Key Requirements

  • High School degree or equivalent required
  • One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program
  • Current BLS/CPR certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
  • Preferred: Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting

Work Rights

Not specified

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