Lehigh Valley Health Network·Pottsville, Pennsylvania
The Medical Assistant functions as part of the clinical team, providing direct patient care under the supervision of licensed professionals like an LPN, RN, or provider. Responsibilities include assisting with clinical tasks such as preparing patients and equipment, collecting histories and specimens, and performing necessary clerical support like scheduling and handling co-payments.
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Summary Functions as part of the clinical team providing clinical care under the direction of an LPN, RN, or provider. Assists with administrative, clinical, and clerical duties which could include taking a patient's history and personal information, scheduling appointments, responding to patient communications, and rooming patients.
Job Duties
Prepares patient and equipment for exams/procedures and maintains exam rooms and clinical area.
Performs medical history collection and medication refill, per protocol.
Collects and prepares lab specimens/lab requisitions accurately and schedules and obtains authorizations for referrals and/or procedures.
Identifies actual or potential patient risks and communicates those risks to the licensed nurse or provider upon recognition.
Adheres to clerical, clinical, and EMR workflows.
Performs clerical duties and provides front office support duties such as greeting and welcoming patients and providing excellent customer service both in-person and over the phone.
Collects co-payments, schedules appointments, updates missing patient demographics, obtains referrals and pre-certifications.
Uses patient centered care concepts in delivering care and performing related activities.
Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
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require a Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant and the ability to adapt to constant change in a healthcare environment, functioning both independently and collaboratively. Preferred qualifications include an Associate’s Degree and various Medical Assistant certifications from recognized bodies.
Market context
Medical Assistant roles in Pennsylvania are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician offices, and other patient-facing settings, so demand is often steady where care teams need support with vitals, rooming, and basic clinical tasks. This role is competitive because employers typically want a high school diploma plus timely Medical Assistant and BLS certification after hire, with healthcare experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline and tailor your application to any prior clinical or administrative experience.