Medical Assistant or Medical Receptionist

Medical Assistant or Medical Receptionist


At PCOM, we espouse to grow a culturally competent workforce to advance healthcare that touches the lives of underserved communities. Diversity and inclusion is the core component of our institutional identity and a key pillar of PCOM’s strategic vision. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine affirms that diversity and inclusion are crucial to the intellectual vitality of the campus community. It is through freedom of exchange over different ideas and viewpoints in supportive environments that our graduates develop the critical thinking and citizenship skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Since 1899, PCOM has trained highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners, and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care - treating people, not just symptoms. As the field of medicine has changed, we've changed with it - adapting our program offerings to better meet the needs of healthcare providers and the communities they serve. At the main campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PCOM), the branch campus in Suwanee, Georgia (PCOM Georgia), and our newest location in Moultrie, Georgia (PCOM South Georgia), PCOM students learn to approach problem-solving in a more professional, more team-oriented manner, which prepares them to work successfully in integrated healthcare settings with other health professionals. At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine you will be part of a caring, professional, and committed community focused on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

Summary:

PCOM is looking for qualified Medical Assistants and Medical Receptionists to fill open positions at the following clinic locations in Philadelphia, PA:

· Family Medicine at PCOM: 4190 City Avenue

· Lancaster Avenue Division: 4148 Lancaster Avenue

· Cambria Division: 2100 W. Cambria Street

· Roxborough: 5800 Ridge Avenue



Schedules:

· Occasional travel to other locations may be required

· Typical office hours 8-4pm

· Shifts start between 7:30 – 8:30am and typically last 8 hours



Requirements:

· Satisfactory References

· Satisfactory Physical Screening

· Must pass drug screening

· Must pass criminal background check

· FBI Fingerprinting (provided by PCOM)

· Child Abuse training (provided by PCOM)





Medical Assistant



The medical assistant is primarily responsible for enhancing the overall efficiency of the outpatient practice by assisting the physicians, medical students and other medical personnel with clinical procedures. Assistance is provided through proper patient flow and documentation, diagnostic testing, blood drawing, and specimen processing. Secondarily, this position is responsible for clerical duties as assigned.



Education:

· High School Diploma, or GED equivalent required.

· Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant's program.

· Preferred: Medical Assistant Certification.

· CPR certification required.



Experience: (Rate based on experience)

· Minimum 1 years of experience in a fast paced ambulatory healthcare setting

· Preferred: 2-3 years of experience in healthcare setting









Medical Receptionist



The Medical Receptionist is responsible for answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate staff, greeting and checking in patients for office appointments- including paperwork for patients to complete, scanning insurance cards, entering all demographic information into the electronic health record, entering insurance referrals into the EHR, scanning and filing of paperwork as needed, and working closely with physicians and staff.

Education:

· High School Diploma or GED required

Experience: (Rate based on experience)

· Minimum 1 years of experience in a fast paced ambulatory healthcare setting

· EHR experience preferred but not required

PCOM is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration. We adhere to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.