Medical Assistant II/Cast Tech - Orthopedics General

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*

Penn State Health - Penn State Health Medical Group LLC

Location: US:PA:Enola

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: 8:00a - 4:30p

Recruiter Contact: Nicole Cox at nlaverty@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Summary Of Position

Responsible for providing assistance with various health care services, for obtaining specimens, for conducting routine lab studies of specimens, and for assisting with administrative functions such as coordinating patient flow and scheduling appointments and phone messages. Serve as a trained preceptor for new medical assistant orientation and for instruction of medical assistant students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The percentage of time spent performing essential functions is 95%. Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

Record vital statistics or other health information.
Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.
Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.
Interview patients to gather medical information.
Prepare patient treatment areas for use.
Give medications or immunizations.
Collect biological specimens from patients.
Control prescription refills or authorizations.
Explain technical medical information to patients.
Clean medical equipment.
Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards.
Process medical billing information.
Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.
Perform clerical work in medical settings.
Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.
Inventory medical supplies or equipment.
Operate medical equipment.
Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
Apply bandages, dressings, or splints

Minimum Qualification(s)

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Current active status as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistant certification required.
Two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient practice or clinical specialty area required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must obtain BLS Certification within 6 months of employment date.

Preferred Qualification(s)

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
Associates Degree

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?

#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients —and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient’s healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

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