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Penn State Health – Penn State Health Corporation Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Varied Hours: Day Shift Recruiter Contact: Jennifer Klinger at jklinger3@pennstatehealth.psu.edu SUMMARY OF POSITION: Penn State Health strives to create a culture of continuous learning and development within the communities we serve. As part of that culture, we are offering new career opportunities for aspiring healthcare professionals seeking clinical roles. Penn State Healthxe2x80x99s GROW career pathway is a dedicated partnership with HACC, Central PAxe2x80x99s Community College, that offers 100% tuition coverage for the last one to two semesters of the program. Students who are offered and accepted into the GROW program participate with no upfront cost. After earning your certification or degree, you are guaranteed a full-time position at Penn State Health. Students are asked to maintain a full-time position for a minimum of one year following completion of the program. Failure to remain at Penn State Health for the one-year commitment will result in you having to pay back the amount the health system paid for your tuition. The Medical Assistant will function as a member of the healthcare team. The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for providing routine administrative as well as clinical tasks under the supervision of a provider within their scope as outlined by policies and procedures to meet patient and provider needs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S): High School diploma or equivalent required Must meet current eligibility to sit for the exam with attainment of certification or registration through one of the Penn State Health approved agencies for Medical Assistants within 90-days of employment date; or 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 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 Previous outpatient experience preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Excellent communication skills Compassionate direct patient contact/engagement/outreach Reliable transportation to travel among designated clinic locations Flexibility to collaboratively work with various departments and perform varied tasks 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. For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth 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. For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards WHY PENN STATE HEALTH CORPORATION? There are many ways to make an impact with one of the leading research, teaching, and clinical healthcare systems in the country. Through a combination of operational, corporate, clinical, and nonclinical roles, we are advancing excellence and innovation in health care together as one team. As Penn State Health continues to evolve for the future, we are committed to hiring dedicated employees who are passionate about delivering the best possible support across our entire integrated health system. Within Penn State Healthxe2x80x99s Shared Services Entity, we encourage our employees at every turn to continue their education and advancement. Numerous opportunities are available for professional development and career growth. YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WExe2x80x99LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence xe2x80x93 thatxe2x80x99s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? Thatxe2x80x99s all you. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities. Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance. Union: