Certified Medical Assistant - CMA - Women's Health
Company: Geisinger
Location: Scranton
Posted on: March 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Summary Geisinger offers outpatient
Certified Medical Assistants a $3,000 bonus for eligible
candidates. Geisinger has hundreds of community sites that allows
Certified Medical Assistants to work to the top of their
certification while providing top-notch care in an ambulatory
setting. Job Duties - Provides direct patient care and clinical
support for physicians and other providers in the outpatient
setting. - Functions as an integral member of the health care team
under the direction of the provider. - Performs clinical duties
such as preparing patients, collecting and reviewing pertinent
information, performing technical duties, documenting using the
electronic medical record, and supporting a safe environment for
patients. - Provides administrative and clerical support for the
clinic/department including patient scheduling, filing reports, and
following up on documentation, phone calls, and billing inquiries.
- Obtains and documents, using the rooming tool in the electronic
medical record, the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital
signs, visit screening information, medication review, and
pertinent information for provider. - Sets up examination and
treatment rooms between cases. - Assists patient as needed to
prepare for visit with provider, takes appropriate measures to
assure patient’s safety and privacy. - Provides direct patient care
as directed by provider based on competency and needs of clinic,
such as performs EKGs, wound dressings, and functions as support to
the provider during minor surgical procedures and ancillary
examinations. - Prepares and administers medications according to
policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and
demonstration of competency. May not administer intravenous
medications. - Completes patient tests and treatments per
provider’s order according to policy and procedure after validation
of knowledge and demonstration of competency. - Collects and
prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork
accurately and efficiently to expedite laboratory studies. -
Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions
relative to the testing, reporting, and quality assurance of
laboratory specimens as educated and overseen by the laboratory. -
Performs receptionist and clerical duties to support patient care
and functioning of the clinic, including matching and filing
ancillary department reports, consultation and other medical
reports in patients’ medical records. - Documents in the
appropriate sections to create a complete and accurate medical
record. - Uses the electronic medical record and scheduling system
as designated. - Facilitates timely appointments for patients.
Completes referrals and pre-authorizations as needed. - Collects
co-payments. - Under the direction of the provider and/or site
lead, assists with orientation of new personnel. - Executes and
documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider,
prioritizes communications to the provider, responds to patient
questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and
timely response to patient needs. - Reinforces patient education as
directed by the provider to support patient’s understanding of
instructions. - May inventory medical/surgical supplies and
pharmaceuticals non-controlled substances only to ensure adequate
supply levels, verify expiration dates, document utilization,
optimize organizational efficiency and space utilization. - May
have access to non-controlled medication storage/supply areas and
can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the
needs of the clinic/unit. - Prepares and cleans instruments. -
Follows protocols for sterilization and disinfection, including
high level disinfection of instruments and equipment. - Cleans/sets
up examination rooms between patients using established infection
prevention protocols. - Follows hand hygiene and appropriate
infection prevention precautions. Routinely inspects/observes
condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation
to ensure proper operation and identifies need for preventive
and/or corrective maintenance. - Responsible for actively
participating in patient safety and quality improvement program.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Travel may
be required. Accountable for satisfying all job specific
obligations and complying with all organization policies and
procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not
intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements
considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional
competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific
orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the
job related to that position. Position Details Position
Requirements: Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or
2-year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred. Certified
Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assist (RMA)
required. Certified by one of the listed governing associations
required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA. Hiring
Incentive: This position qualifies for a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid
over two years. Certain stipulations do apply. Benefits of working
at Geisinger: - Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting
on day one - Three medical plan choices, including an expanded
network for out-of-area employees and dependents - Pre-tax savings
plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
(FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) - Company-paid life
insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions -
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time
quickly - Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year -
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while
earning a financial incentive - Family-friendly support including
adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military
leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup
care for your loved ones - Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal
guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital
self-help tools and more. - Voluntary benefits including accident,
critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft
protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required), Graduate from
Specialty Training Program- (Preferred) About Geisinger OUR PURPOSE
& VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our
members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be
treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly
strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the
best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our
patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We
provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the
Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and
part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and
domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior
management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration,
cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with
unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our
patients, members and community come from a wide variety of
backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health
easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability or status as a protected veteran.
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