Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant (Long-Term Care & Skilled Nursing) Location: Onsite | New Castle, PA Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Geriatric Care Encompass Healthcare is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated Medical Assistant to support one of our physicians providing primary care services in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities . This is an excellent opportunity for a Medical Assistant who enjoys building relationships with patients, working alongside providers, and delivering high-quality care to a medically complex geriatric population. You'll work directly with the physician throughout the day, helping ensure efficient patient visits, accurate documentation, and seamless communication with facility staff. If you're passionate about patient care and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment, we'd love to meet you. Why You'll Love This Opportunity Monday–Friday schedule No weekends or major holidays Work directly alongside an experienced physician Build meaningful relationships with patients and facility staff Supportive and collaborative clinical environment Opportunity to serve seniors in long-term care and skilled nursing settings Professional growth and career advancement opportunities Position Highlights Full-time onsite Medical Assistant Travel with a physician to skilled nursing and long-term care facilities Direct patient interaction Clinical and administrative support Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation Collaborative interdisciplinary care team Key Responsibilities Prepare patients for provider visits, including obtaining vital signs, reviewing medical history, and documenting patient concerns Assist the physician during patient evaluations and follow-up visits Accurately document clinical encounters within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Coordinate communication between physicians, nursing staff, therapists, pharmacy, and facility personnel Process physician orders, referrals, and medication requests Assist with prior authorizations and prescription coordination as needed Obtain and organize medical records, laboratory results, imaging reports, and hospital discharge documentation Ensure timely completion of provider documentation and required forms Coordinate follow-up appointments and continuity of care Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance Support daily clinic workflow to ensure efficient patient care Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as assigned Qualifications Required High school diploma or equivalent Medical Assistant certification preferred (or equivalent experience) Previous Medical Assistant experience in a physician office, clinic, or healthcare setting Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities Ability to work independently while supporting a busy physician Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between facilities as needed Preferred Experience in Long-Term Care (LTC), Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Primary Care Experience with medication prior authorizations Experience processing physician orders and referrals Familiarity with post-acute care workflows Experience coordinating care among multiple healthcare providers What Makes You Successful You genuinely enjoy caring for seniors. You stay organized in a fast-paced clinical environment. You anticipate the needs of your physician and patients. You communicate professionally with providers, nurses, patients, and families. You are detail-oriented and committed to delivering exceptional patient care. You enjoy being part of a collaborative healthcare team. Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Professional development opportunities Stable, growing healthcare organization About Encompass Healthcare Encompass Healthcare is dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered primary care to residents of long-term care and skilled nursing communities. Our providers and clinical teams work together to improve quality of life through personalized care, collaboration, and clinical excellence. We believe every patient deserves dignity, respect, and outstanding healthcare—and every team member plays an important role in making that happen. Join Our Team If you're a Medical Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can work directly with a physician, build lasting patient relationships, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Healthcare Solutions LLC