Jefferson Health
Medical Assistant - Family and Community Medicine
Philadelphia, PA · Full-time · Posted Oct 1, 2026
- Experience
- No specific number of years stated.
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required. For New Jersey, graduation from an accredited post-secondary medical assisting program with at least 330 hours of instruction, including training in intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
About the job
Assists physicians with patient assessment and treatment, manages patient flow, performs clinical procedures, and supports office operations.
What you'll do
- Escort patients, verify identification, and document vital signs, clinical quality measures, and medical histories.
- Assist with examinations and diagnostic procedures, including EKGs, venipuncture, and injections within scope of practice.
- Maintain clinical supply inventory and follow HIPAA requirements.
What they ask for
- Excellent communication and organizational skills; knowledge of medical terminology.
- Familiarity with medical office procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Obtain Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire and BLS Certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire; Red Cross BLS may be accepted at some Pennsylvania locations.
Nice to have
- Experience in a physician office or other healthcare setting.
Tools
EKG
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