Medical Assistant

Lehigh Valley Health Network

. Function as part of the clinical team under the direction of an LPN, RN, or provider .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeGilbertsville • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care, including preparation for examinations, collection of medical histories, and adherence to EMR workflows. Proficient in customer service and capable of managing administrative tasks within a clinical setting.

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Medical Assistant DiplomaBasic Life Support CertificationEMR ProficiencyPatient-Centered CareLaboratory Specimen Collection

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Hard Skills

Patient PreparationMedical History CollectionLaboratory Specimen PreparationMedication Refill ProcessingAppointment SchedulingCo-Payment CollectionReferral ManagementClinical Area MaintenanceEMR Workflow AdherenceCPR

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityInitiativeCollaborationCustomer ServiceCommunication

Tools & Technologies

EMR SystemsWord Processing SoftwareExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

CCMA (NHA)CMA (AAMA)CMAC (AMCA)MAC (AMCA)NCMA (NCTT)NRCMA (NAHP)RMA (AMT)Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcare SettingClinical TeamExaminations and ProceduresPatient RisksAuthorization ProcessesPatient DemographicsCo-PaymentsReferralsPre-Certifications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Function as part of the clinical team under the direction of an LPN, RN, or provider
Prepare patients and equipment for examinations and procedures
Maintain examination rooms and clinical areas
Collect medical histories and process medication refills per protocol
Collect and accurately prepare laboratory specimens and requisitions
Schedule referrals and procedures and obtain required authorizations
Identify actual or potential patient risks and communicate them to the licensed nurse or provider
Follow clerical, clinical, and EMR workflows
Greet and welcome patients and provide customer service in person and by phone
Collect co-payments, schedule appointments, update patient demographics, and obtain referrals and pre-certifications
Deliver care using patient-centered care concepts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant
Ability to accept and adapt to constant change within a healthcare setting
Ability to take initiative and function independently as well as collaboratively
Excellent computer skills including EMR, word processing, and Excel
American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
Lift and carry 25 lbs.; frequent sitting/standing; frequent keyboard use
Patient care providers may be required to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR
Preferred: Associate’s Degree from a Medical Assistant Program
Preferred certifications: CCMA (NHA), CMA (AAMA), CMAC (AMCA), MAC (AMCA), NCMA (NCTT), NRCMA (NAHP), or RMA (AMT), State of Pennsylvania

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Day shift schedule
M-F 7:30-5 variable 8 hr shifts