Medical Assistant I - Outpatient Neurology in Newark

Medical Assistant I

ChristianaCare's Outpatient Neurology at the Health Care Center, Newark is seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant I with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills.

Outpatient Neurology- HCC at Newark is located at 200 Hygeia Drive in Newark, Delaware. At ChristianaCare's outpatient neurology practice, our neurologists partner closely with patients to create individualized treatment plans that support living well with neurological conditions. Our team is trained to help patients effectively manage current symptoms, recognize and address new concerns, and receive the appropriate treatment at every stage of their care. Through ongoing monitoring and a compassionate, collaborative approach, we are committed to helping each patient achieve the best quality of life possible.

As a Medical Assistant I, you support physicians in virtual and on-site patient care, performing essential clinical and clerical duties to ensure quality care.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday: Day Shift
• No weekends or holidays

Why You'll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, First-Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first-day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in-office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth: Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Grow Your Family with Confidence: We're here to support every step of your journey to parenthoodwhatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.
• Paid Parental Leave: Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being: Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities: The Medical Assistant I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment. They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Why ChristianaCare: Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people's lives? As a Medical Assistant I, you'll play an essential role in providing high-quality care and supporting better patient outcomes each day. This is more than a jobit's a chance to be part of a mission-driven team focused on improving healthcare.

Hourly Pay Range: $19.48 - $28.24

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.