Jefferson Health
Medical Assistant
Montgomery County, PA · Full-time · Posted Nov 18, 2025
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required. For New Jersey: graduate of an accredited post-secondary medical assisting education program with at least 330 hours of instruction, including training in intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
About the job
Assists physicians with patient assessments, examinations, treatment, diagnostic procedures, and medical office operations.
What you'll do
- Manage patient flow; escort patients and verify identification; document vital signs, medical history, and clinical care quality measures.
- Assist with examinations and diagnostic procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, venipuncture, and injections within scope of practice.
- Maintain clinical supply inventory, follow HIPAA requirements, and use information technology systems for clinical documentation.
What they ask for
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire.
- Obtain BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire; American Red Cross BLS may be accepted at some Pennsylvania practice locations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills; knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical office procedures.
Nice to have
- Experience in a physician office or other healthcare setting.
Tools
EKG, HIPAA
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