Medical Assistant, Lehighton Family Practice

St. Luke's University Health Network

Lehighton, PA, US
Conduct pre-visit planning and charting
Measure height weight and vital signs
Update medication lists and allergies
The Medical Assistant is 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 is 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 records with recent test results, and preparing patients for examination by recording vital signs.
  • The role requires maintaining exam room cleanliness, managing clinical supplies, disposing of bio-hazardous waste, and coordinating with providers regarding hospital discharges and specialist visits.

Matching Summary

The Medical Assistant is 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 height weight and vital signs
  • Update medication lists and allergies
  • Administer injections within state guidelines
  • Maintain clinical supplies and vaccine logs

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service experience strongly preferred
  • Two years healthcare setting experience preferred
  • Active participation in quality improvement initiatives
  • Ability to analyze current procedures for improvement

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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