Medical Assistant

St. Luke's University Health Network

. Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient medical records .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeNorthampton • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care services, including vital signs recording, medication management, and administrative tasks. Possesses strong communication skills for effective coordination with the Care Team and providers while adhering to healthcare protocols.

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Clinical ExperienceBLS/CPR CertificationPatient Care ServicesCustomer Service ExperienceMedical Assistant Program Graduate

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs RecordingMedication ManagementPatient PreparationRoom CleaningInstrument CleaningInjectionsAutoclavingSupply MaintenanceAdministrative TasksQuality Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem ResolutionTeam CoordinationCustomer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS/CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient Medical RecordsValue-Based CareBiohazardous Waste DisposalHealthcare SettingCommunity ResourcesDisease ManagementPatient Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient medical records
Complete pre-charting of value-based pieces up to five days before appointments
Send messages to the Care Team when warranted
Prepare patients for examinations and escort them to exam rooms
Record height, weight, vital signs, medications, allergies, histories, smoking status, visit reasons, and demographic information
Provide patient care services including room cleaning, supply maintenance, instrument cleaning and autoclaving, and injections or immunizations within State guidelines
Coordinate with providers and the Care Team regarding discharges, emergency visits, specialists, community resources, disease management, education, and testing
Participate in department activities, meetings, problem resolution, and procedure analysis
Dispose of biohazardous and regular waste according to protocol
Maintain vaccine temperature logs, inventory, supply ordering, medication disposal, and room stocking
Perform administrative tasks including check-in, check-out, and opening and closing procedures
Bring improvement suggestions to Practice Managers and Providers
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School degree or equivalent required
One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required
Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting preferred
Customer service experience strongly preferred
BLS/CPR current or within 60 days of hire through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours
Occasional ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Occasional ability to push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds
Complete a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist where applicable
Submit application using full legal name and current home address
Include employment history for the past seven years

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire