Medical Assistant (MA) – Primary Care
Virtua Health – Company
Location: Ventnor – 6508 Ventnor Ave.
Employment Type: Employee, Regular, Full Time, 1st Shift, On Site, 40 hours per week.
Job Overview
Prepares patients and assists the clinical provider with patient examination by obtaining and documenting vital signs, past medical history, social history and chief complaint. Performs various clinical tasks within scope of certification and under supervision of the physician.
Position Responsibilities
* Prepares patient for exam by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaint, and prepares exam room as required.
* Performs phlebotomy, obtains specimens, administers vaccines and completes required documentation; performs diagnostic tests such as EKG and Pulmonary Function under physician supervision.
* Screens and directs patient calls according to established protocol; contacts patients regarding prescriptions and testing results under supervision.
* Performs daily regulatory testing as required and documents accordingly to ensure equipment accuracy and compliance.
* Maintains par level of clinical supplies for facility.
* Performs front desk duties as directed including registering patients, billing, and appointment scheduling.
Position Qualifications
* 1‑3 years of similar medical office experience preferred.
Required Education
* HS diploma or equivalent.
* Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Training/Certifications/Licensure
* Current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant.
* BLS Certification required.
Compensation
* Hourly Rate: $18.88 – $28.29 (actual rate varies by experience, equity and market data).
Benefits
Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave; short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability; life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance; employee assistance program with free counseling sessions. Eligibility governed by applicable plan documents and policies.
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