Medical Assistant - Podiatry; Palmerton/whitehall/lehighton

St. Luke's University Health Network

Palmerton, PA, US
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Conducts pre-visit planning and updates medical records
Measures height weight and vital signs for patients
Maintains exam room cleanliness and supplies inventory
** St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Podiatry practices located in Palmerton, Whitehall, and Lehighton, PA. The role involves supporting healthcare delivery, preparing patients for examinations, and ensuring a smooth operational flow in the practice. **

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 and injured.
  • Primary responsibilities include conducting pre-visit planning, updating patient medical records, preparing patients for examination, and assisting with clinical tasks like injections and instrument sterilization.
  • The role requires maintaining vaccine temperature logs, managing medical supply inventory, and actively participating in departmental meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Podiatry practices located in Palmerton, Whitehall, and Lehighton, PA. The role involves supporting healthcare delivery, preparing patients for examinations, and ensuring a smooth operational flow in the practice. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conducts pre-visit planning and updates medical records
  • Measures height weight and vital signs for patients
  • Maintains exam room cleanliness and supplies inventory
  • Administers injections and immunizations within state guidelines
  • Disposes of bio-hazardous waste per practice protocol

Nice-to-have

  • Strong customer service experience preferred
  • Two years experience in similar healthcare setting
  • Active participation in quality improvement initiatives
  • Ability to analyze current procedures for improvement
  • Team collaboration with interdisciplinary care providers

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
  • Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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