The Medical Assistant (MA) performs clinical duties and some administrative function under the direction of medical group providers to include preparing patients for examination, taking and recording vital signs, patient histories, and assisting with various procedures. This position is needed to work in prescription refill and pre-authorization.
REQUIRED: Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills towards patients of different age categories. Models sensitivity to patients, including effective telephone and verbal communication in emergency situations. Demonstrates effective good oral/writing skills. Must be able to pass all competencies related to Medical Assistant duties. Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients from neonate to geriatric. Must possess excellent customer relations skills avoiding antagonism, conflicts and undue anxiety. Must possess keyboard/computer skills. Frederick Health values and promotes a diverse workforce. Multi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply. CPR certification required within 90 days of employment. Role as electronic prescription refill and prior authorization to support provider tasks and phone calls from patients.
PERFERRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED: Medical Assistant certification, LPN, Pharmacy Tech, Emergency Medical Technician certification, or be a current Certified Nursing Assistant.
Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and offer multiple plans to best meet you and your family needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
Pay range: Hourly Rate $20.00-$27.77
Emergency relief, as needed. 24 hours per month required.
Frederick Health provides comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Frederick County, MD. The system includes Frederick Health Hospital (founded in 1902), Frederick Health Medical Group, Frederick Health Employer Solutions, Frederick Health Home Care, and Frederick Health Hospice.
Frederick Health Medical Group is a multi-specialty practice with more than 100 providers, 17 specialties, and multiple locations across the county. The system has several ambulatory care locations, a freestanding cancer institute, two urgent care locations, and Frederick Health Village.
With over 3,000 employees, Frederick Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare and wellness services to support its mission to positively impact the well-being of every individual in our community.
For more information, visit frederickhealth.org.
