Medical Assistant - General Surgeons

• *Penn State Health** - **Penn State Health Medical Group LLC**
• *Location:** US:PA: Reading
• *Work Type:** Full Time

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**FTE:** 1.00

• *Shift:** Day
• *Hours:** 8 hour shifts
• *Recruiter Contact:** Monica Echeverri at (MAILTO:// )

**SUMMARY OF POSITION:**

Responsible for providing assistance with various health care services, for obtaining specimens, for conducting routine lab studies of specimens, and for assisting with administrative functions such as coordinating patient flow and scheduling appointments and phone messages.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):**

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet current eligibility to sit for the exam with attainment of certification or registration through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistants within 90-days of employment date or current active status as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistant certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain BLS Certification within 6 months of employment date.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):**

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
• Previous outpatient experience preferred.

**WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?**

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

**Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:**

• **_Be Well_** with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• **_Be Balanced_** with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• **_Be Secured_** with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• **_Be Rewarded_** with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• **_Be Supported_** by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

**WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?**

\#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients -and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient's healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

**YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.**

• This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract._ _All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities._
• Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. xywuqvp Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination._

• *Position** Medical Assistant - General Surgeons
• *Location** US:PA:Reading | Medical Assistant | Full Time
• *Req ID** 93845