Medical Assistant II, Center for Surgical Optimization in Newark

Job Details

7ChristianaCare's Center for Surgical Optimization seeking a professional, dependable, detail-oriented Medical Assistant II with strong communication, integrity, and solid technical and clinical skills.

ChristianaCare's Center for Surgical Optimization (CSO) prepares patients for surgery by supporting them from the time a decision is made for surgery until the day of surgery.  We “meet the patient where they are” by managing co-morbidities and providing education for best outcomes post-surgery.  The Senior Medical Assistant Role is an integral part of the care team: greeting the patient upon arrival, obtaining medication history, labs and EKG, retrieval of  critical information such as consults and reports to expedite optimization for surgery, and  schedule appointments.  
Center for Surgical Optimization | ChristianaCare

The Medical Assistant II is responsible for assisting clinicians in the examination and treatment of patients, promoting patient and physician satisfaction through proactive patient access activities. Collaborating with physicians/offices, patients and interdepartmental staff to ensure a seamless delivery of patient care and appropriate fiscal management of the encounter and delivering quality patient care and to perform other clinical and clerical duties within the center.

Flexibility to cross cover our Wilmington location is strongly preferred.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday : 8:00am to 4:30am

• Wilmington Location hours: 7:30am- 4:00pm

• No weekends or holidays

Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare

• Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage:
Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.

• Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.

• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.

• Grow Your Family with Confidence
We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.

• Paid Parental Leave
Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.

• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being
Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities:
The Medical Assistant II will be assisting our clinicians in patient examination and treatment, promoting patient satisfaction through proactive patient access activities. Collaborating with physicians, patients, and interdepartmental staff, you will ensure seamless patient care delivery and fiscal management. You will greet and support patients, record vitals, and perform point of care testing, venipuncture, ECG, and specimen collection. Preparing treatment rooms with necessary supplies, performing quality control on POCT equipment, and completing patient-specific paperwork are also responsibilities. Handling patient call backs, scheduling tests, and performing daily operational activities are also essential responsibilities. Coordinating patient care activities with insurance companies, care managers, and physician office staff minimizes financial risk and maximizes patient care delivery.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED required.

• A graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant Program or hold current Medical Assistant Certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

• BLS certification

• At least 2 years of progressively responsible clinical administrative experience required.

• 2 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant required

• Associate degree in business/Medical related field preferred.

• Previous insurance or third-party experience is preferred.

Why ChristianaCare
Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives? As a Medical Assistant II, you’ll play an essential role in providing high-quality care and supporting better patient outcomes each day. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of a mission-driven team focused on improving healthcare.

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Hourly Pay Range: $19.84 - $29.76

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Jul 31, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program.  To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/