Planned Parenthood of Maryland (PPM) is a not-for-profit family planning agency that provides high-quality, affordable reproductive health care for women, men, and teens. Our mission is to enable all Marylanders to have access to a wide range of high-quality, affordable reproductive health care services. We help individuals make informed decisions about their reproductive health, family planning options, and sexuality. Why Join us? As a Medical Assistant with PPM, you will be a part of a passionate team that plays a vital role in the lives of others! And joining PPM means joining a culturally diverse team that includes some of the best nurses, doctors, and clinic managers. If you want to be a part of a passionate and diverse group, we are looking for you! Medical Assistants perform clinical and administrative support tasks necessary for efficient center operations to ensure high quality client services and support, informed consent, client education and counseling, effective clinical support, efficient client flow, in a professional health care environment. The position is located at our PPM center in Annapolis, Maryland and reports to the Health Center Manager. \n Responsibilities: Provide direct patient care services in all the health center specific areas as appropriate to scope of services with adherence to Standard Operating Procedures and Clinical Workflow guidelines and Medical Standards and Guidelines. Provide empathetic, non-judgmental, non-directive educational counseling sessions to clients. Review with and give to patient all PPM education sheets concerning their visit/services/procedures and contraceptive choices. Provide information for assessment of STI risks, pregnancy, and contraceptive options consistent with patient’s value system. Ensure informed consent via information and education about the medical procedures, requested/required laboratory tests, and methods of contraception to assure understanding of risks and complications. Assure that patient is firm in decision to receive services from PPM, including medical procedures/examinations, medications, and testing. Obtain and witness all necessary consents. Document patient’s decisions on chart. Assist during medical examination. Exhibit excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work. Customer Service: Demonstrates PPM customer service standards. Demonstrates social perceptiveness and being service-oriented. Greets clients politely and promptly and provides correct information for registration and check-out. Health Center Operations: Prepares for next day appointments (confirmation calls, insurance verification). Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software. Working knowledge of Epic highly preferred. Work with Others: Medical Assistants have contact with employees, patients, and outside agencies, furnishing and obtaining information. Requires a cooperative and courteous attitude, as well as excellent phone and communication skills. Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills. Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED with medical assisting certificate required. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program as a Certified Medical Assistant highly preferred. One year experience in an out-patient clinical setting required or two (2) years of experience working in a healthcare setting performing back or front office medical assistant duties. Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred. Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently required. Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Account. Life, AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays. Employee Assistance Program. 401(k) Retirement Plan. \n $18.50 - $20.29 an hour This position is subject to CBA with 1199 that has not yet been ratified. \n
Why work at TidalHealth? Join a triple 'A' rated team where clinical excellence meets a coastal lifestyle. At TidalHealth, you’ll be part of an award-winning network spanning Maryland and Delaware, recognized by the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Guide for our unwavering commitment to patient care. Whether your expertise lies in specialized clinical fields like neurosurgery, academic mentorship through our graduate medical programs, or the critical professional and support roles that keep our network thriving, we provide the tools and tuition assistance you need to excel. Medical Assistant Position Summary The Medical Assistant provides clinical support for the Practice by maintaining flow for the providers under the direct supervision of office leadership. The Medical Assistant rooms patients, takes vitals, ensures patient records are accurate, and provides back office clerical support, as needed. The Medical Assistant performs other clinical, laboratory, administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate office functions. Medical Assistant Position Requirements High School graduate or equivalent required. One year of clinical or back-office experience is required or completion of a Medical Assistant training program is required. Medical Assistant Work Schedule Monday through Friday, Day Shift Medical Assistant Benefits We provide a robust benefits suite for our eligible team members (36+ hours for 12-hour shifts; 37.5+ hours for standard shifts): Health: Medical (including HSA), Dental, Vision, & Prescription Wealth: Matching 403(b), Healthcare FSAs, & Dependent Care FSAs Growth: $5,000 Tuition Assistance & Certification support Balance: Generous PTO and Holidays, Onsite Child Care, Pet Insurance Income Protection & Leave: Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability, Paid Leave Program, & Long-Term Disability (LTD for FT) Life & Security: Employer-paid Life and additional voluntary benefits such as Accident, Critical Care, additional Life, and more
Why work at TidalHealth? oin a triple 'A' rated team where clinical excellence meets a coastal lifestyle. At TidalHealth, you’ll be part of an award-winning network spanning Maryland and Delaware, recognized by the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Guide for our unwavering commitment to patient care. Whether your expertise lies in specialized clinical fields like neurosurgery, academic mentorship through our graduate medical programs, or the critical professional and support roles that keep our network thriving, we provide the tools and tuition assistance you need to excel. Certified Medical Assistant Position Summary The Medical Assistant provides clinical support for the Practice by maintaining flow for the providers under the direct supervision of office leadership. The Medical Assistant rooms patients, takes vitals, ensures patient records are accurate, and provides back office clerical support, as needed. The Medical Assistant performs other clinical, laboratory, administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate office functions. Certified Medical Assistant Position Requirements Medical Assistant Certification required upon hire or transfer. Two Years experience in a physician's practice preferred. High School graduate or equivalent required. Certified Medical Assistant Work Schedule Monday through Friday, Day Shift Certified Medical Assistant Benefits Benefits: We provide a robust benefits suite for our eligible team members (36+ hours for 12-hour shifts; 37.5+ hours for standard shifts): Health: Medical (including HSA), Dental, Vision, & Prescription Wealth: Matching 403(b), Healthcare FSAs, & Dependent Care FSAs Growth: $5,000 Tuition Assistance & Certification support Balance: Generous PTO and Holidays, Onsite Child Care, Pet Insurance Income Protection & Leave: Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability, Paid Leave Program, & Long-Term Disability (LTD for FT) Life & Security: Employer-paid Life and additional voluntary benefits such as Accident, Critical Care, additional Life, and more
Why work at TidalHealth? Looking for a rewarding place to work? Choose TidalHealth. Our hospitals have been named among the Top 5 percent of all U.S. hospitals by Healthgrades and a five-star hospital by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Located just 30 minutes from the beach, TidalHealth offers the widest array of specialty and subspecialty services such as neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, emergency/trauma care, comprehensive cancer care, wound care and clinical trials and research. Take advantage of our tuition assistance and scholarship programs to grow both personally and professionally. Medical Assistant Position Summary The Medical Assistant provides clinical support for the Practice by maintaining flow for the providers under the direct supervision of office leadership. The Medical Assistant rooms patients, takes vitals, ensures patient records are accurate, and provides back office clerical support, as needed. The Medical Assistant performs other clinical, laboratory, administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate office functions. Medical Assistant Position Requirements High School graduate or equivalent required. One year of clinical or back-office experience is required or completion of a Medical Assistant training program is required. Medical Assistant Work Schedule Monday through Friday, Day Shift Medical Assistant Benefits At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 80 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 40 hours per pay period are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union. Salary range: $17.41 - $24.37 Commensurate with experience
Why work at TidalHealth? Looking for a rewarding place to work? Choose TidalHealth. Our hospitals have been named among the Top 5 percent of all U.S. hospitals by Healthgrades and a five-star hospital by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Located just 30 minutes from the beach, TidalHealth offers the widest array of specialty and subspecialty services such as neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, joint replacement, emergency/trauma care, comprehensive cancer care, wound care and clinical trials and research. Take advantage of our tuition assistance and scholarship programs to grow both personally and professionally. Medical Assistant Position Summary The Medical Assistant provides clinical support for the Practice by maintaining flow for the providers under the direct supervision of office leadership. The Medical Assistant rooms patients, takes vitals, ensures patient records are accurate, and provides back office clerical support, as needed. The Medical Assistant performs other clinical, laboratory, administrative and clerical tasks to facilitate office functions. Medical Assistant Position Requirements High School graduate or equivalent required. One year of clinical or back-office experience is required or completion of a Medical Assistant training program is required. Medical Assistant Work Schedule Monday through Friday, Day Shift Medical Assistant Benefits At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 80 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 40 hours per pay period are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.
