What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant I - NEWPORT position at HAMILTON HEALTH CENTER INC?
Job Description
Job Description
All About Hamilton Health Center
Hamilton Health Center (Hamilton), established in 1969, is the only Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) within a 30-mile radius of Harrisburg, PA and continues to grow using a holistic and comprehensive approach to being patient centered. The mission of Hamilton is to improve the health of Central Pennsylvania’s residents by delivering high quality, respectful and patient-centered health and related social services that promote access, treatment, education, and prevention regardless of health, economic, or insurance status. Our vision is that every member of our community, regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status, receives holistic, quality health care needed to create a healthy community. For over 50 years we have been true to these words. As part of our team, you will work alongside a dedicated team that cares and values those we serve.
Benefits offered : In addition to your base pay, you are also eligible to receive :
- Paid time off, Birthday holiday, and 7 paid holidays.
- Medical, Dental & Vision,
- Company paid life insurance.
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary : The Medical Assistant will act as direct medical support to providers with direct patient care in an ambulatory care clinic setting, while under the direct supervision of a physician and / or physician extender and a Clinical Supervisor. Required to perform various job functions from direct patient care, medical procedures, proper medication administration, documentation into Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and administrative support to providers and department while adhering to standards of care, following Hamilton Health Center policies, procedures, and protocols.
Essential duties and Responsibilities :
Minimum Education / Certifications : High School diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited medical assistant program, required. CPR Certified or able to obtain certification within 6 months of job placement.
Minimum Work Experience : Minimum of one-year experience working in a professional medical, administrative or physician office setting, preferred.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
