Medical Assistant

At Gloria Gates CARE, our mission is to empower Medicaid and Medicare members in disadvantaged healthcare landscapes across the United States by pioneering a new standard of compassionate excellence. Through an integrated approach to whole-person care, we strive to transcend traditional healthcare models, ensuring comprehensive support that addresses not only physical health but also mental, emotional, and social well-being. We are seeking highly organized, proactive, compassionate individuals to join our team as a Medical Assistant to support our members and our clinical team in Berwick, Pa. 

As a Medical Assistant you will play a pivotal role in CARING for our members and building relationships while supporting providers in a family practice environment. 

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Company paid premium: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 20 days paid vacation, 9 paid holidays.
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Competitive compensation package
• Paid training
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Contribution to a positive impact and CARE in our community

• Taking medical histories
• Explaining treatment procedures to patients
• Preparing patients for examinations
• Assisting the physician during examinations
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Performing basic laboratory tests
• Instructing patients about medication and special diets
• Preparing and administering medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant)
• Transmitting prescription refills as directed
• Phlebotomy
• Taking electrocardiograms
• Wound care and changing dressings.

• Using computer applications
• Answering telephones
• Welcoming patients
• Updating and filing patient medical records
• Coding and filling out insurance forms.
• Scheduling appointments
• Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping

• CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

• High school diploma or equivalent is required at minimum.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assistant school or program is required. Diploma required. Certification is a plus but not required.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Gloria Gates Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

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