Medical Assistant II

HCA Healthcare

. Prepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests and recording blood pressure, weight, temperature, and patient history summaries .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeYardley • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 - $24 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient preparation, medical record management, and effective communication while adhering to clinical protocols and safety standards. Capable of performing clinical tasks such as injections and point-of-care testing in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

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Medical Assisting CertificationIntramuscular InjectionsSubcutaneous InjectionsElectronic Medical Records ManagementPatient Registration

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Hard Skills

Patient History RecordingElectrocardiogramsPoint-Of-Care TestingSpecimen CollectionMedical TerminologyData EntryClerical DutiesAnatomy And Physiology KnowledgeSterile TechniqueInsurance Specifications Knowledge

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationPhone EtiquetteMultitasking AbilityComposure Under Stress

Certifications & Qualifications

AAMA CertificationNCCT CertificationAMCA CertificationNAHP CertificationNCMA CertificationAMT CertificationAHA BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical DutiesHealth Safety StandardsBloodborne PathogensMedical Record ManagementCapital Health PoliciesPatient EducationAppointment SchedulingClaim CreationEmergency Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests and recording blood pressure, weight, temperature, and patient history summaries
Clean examination rooms and obtain lab specimens
Select appropriate equipment for specimen collection and verify specimen orders
Prepare exam rooms and assist licensed independent practitioners as requested
Maintain supplies, testing forms, and assigned statistics
Perform clerical duties including patient registration, phone answering, appointment scheduling, medical-record filing, and report distribution
Perform electrocardiograms and point-of-care testing according to policies, procedures, and universal precautions
Interview patients, record medical histories, and confirm visit purposes
Document medications, refills, and patient calls in electronic medical records
Keep rooms stocked and organized and manage paperwork and filing
Coordinate with front-office and ancillary staff to support patient service
Assist with check-in/check-out, claim creation, discharge paperwork, referrals, patient education, appointments, and insurance eligibility
Perform selected clinical and clerical duties across Capital Health offices under provider and manager direction
Cross-train and perform Patient Reception Representative duties as needed
Upload NJPMP access documentation and perform monitoring under LIP direction
Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections according to Capital Health policies
Perform other assigned duties and work at other Capital Health Medical Group practices as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of a post-secondary medical assisting education program accredited by an approved accrediting agency
Program must include at least 330 clock hours of instruction
Training in intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, anatomy and physiology, equipment choice, proper sterile technique, hazards and complications, and emergency procedures
Must maintain current certification from AAMA, NCCT, AMCA, NAHP, NCMA, AMT, or another recognized certifying body approved by the board
AHA BLS; non-licensed employees must obtain it before the end of the orientation period
No minimum experience required
Excellent problem-solving skills
Knowledge of insurance specifications and medical terminology
Excellent phone etiquette and effective communication
Basic computer and data-entry skills
Medical record management knowledge
Ability to take delegation from RNs/LPNs
Ability to multitask and maintain composure in stressful situations
Ability to prepare records according to detailed instructions
Consistent and timely attendance
Ability to lift 40 lbs. from floor to waist and from waist level and above
Willingness to work around bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, airborne communicable diseases, and dust/particulate matter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Plan
Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Supplemental Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Spouse
Voluntary Life Employee
Voluntary Life Child
Voluntary Legal Services
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program