What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Family Practice Exeter Health position at Penn State Health?
Penn State Health Medical Group
Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: M- F 8:00a - 5:00p
Recruiter Contact: Amy Hazel at ahazel@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
J OB SUMMARY:
The RN Clinic provides direct patient care, administers medications, educates, collaborates, and counsels patients and families. The RN Clinic assesses physical, psychosocial, and learning needs of patients and families. May work in an inpatient or outpatient setting as needed.
M INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's Degree in Nursing required
Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required
May require certification in specialty area
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One (1) Year Of RN Experience Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
E xcellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Occasional kneeling, pushing/pulling and reaching
Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment
Ability to deal courteously with patients
Ability to maintain effective working relationship with other employees
Assists patients to achieve the maximum level of functioning by coordinating resources on the multidisciplinary team such as the dietitian, social worker, navigator, and outreach coordinator.
Ability to communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team with written and verbal proficiency
Ability to coordinate patient care with other interdisciplinary staff
Proficiency in clinical management of complex patients
Flexibility and multitasking skills
Strong ability to use data, computer systems, and electronic health records in support of patient care delivery
Understanding of the latest evidence-based oncology, immunology, pharmacology, community health, and cultural sensitivity information
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.
P enn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information . If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: M- F 8:00a - 5:00p
Recruiter Contact: Amy Hazel at ahazel@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
J OB SUMMARY:
The RN Clinic provides direct patient care, administers medications, educates, collaborates, and counsels patients and families. The RN Clinic assesses physical, psychosocial, and learning needs of patients and families. May work in an inpatient or outpatient setting as needed.
M INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's Degree in Nursing required
Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required
May require certification in specialty area
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One (1) Year Of RN Experience Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
E xcellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Occasional kneeling, pushing/pulling and reaching
Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment
Ability to deal courteously with patients
Ability to maintain effective working relationship with other employees
Assists patients to achieve the maximum level of functioning by coordinating resources on the multidisciplinary team such as the dietitian, social worker, navigator, and outreach coordinator.
Ability to communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team with written and verbal proficiency
Ability to coordinate patient care with other interdisciplinary staff
Proficiency in clinical management of complex patients
Flexibility and multitasking skills
Strong ability to use data, computer systems, and electronic health records in support of patient care delivery
Understanding of the latest evidence-based oncology, immunology, pharmacology, community health, and cultural sensitivity information
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.
P enn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information . If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.