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About this Medical Assistant I, Surgical Services role at ChristianaCare

ChristianaCare · Onsite · Wilmington, DE

Job Details

ChristianaCare is looking for a Medical Assistant I to join their Surgical Services team in Wilmington, DE.
 

ChristianaCare Surgical Services provides comprehensive, high-quality surgical care across a broad range of specialties. Our multidisciplinary teams of surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff deliver exceptional care using the latest surgical technologies and evidence-based practices.

With expertise in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures, our teams are committed to advancing patient outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and supporting faster recovery when clinically appropriate. From pre-operative evaluation through post-operative care, ChristianaCare offers a collaborative environment focused on innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care.

As part of ChristianaCare's surgical team, caregivers have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled professionals dedicated to delivering outstanding patient-centered care while advancing the future of surgical medicine.

Surgical Care | ChristianaCare

Work Schedule:

  • Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30p

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 I greets and supports patients virtually and in person, prepares them for visits, performs basic clinical tasks (e.g., testing, injections, EKGs), assists with exams, and maintains exam rooms and equipment. They manage EMR updates, patient communications, referrals, authorizations, and scheduling, while handling clerical duties, troubleshooting video visits, and supporting patient portal access.

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).

Why ChristianaCare
Do you want to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives? As a Medical Assistant I, 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.

When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.
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Hourly Pay Range: $19.10 - $27.69

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

Sep 30, 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/

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How this Medical Assistant salary compares

This role pays $48,662/yrin line with the typical range for Medical Assistant roles.

$43,813 median $50,960 $62,660

Typical range $46,800–$56,836/yr, from 3,712 comparable Medical Assistant listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Medical Assistant salary insights →

About ChristianaCare

Christiana Hospital, Newark, Delaware. This 1,007-bed, 1.3-million-square-foot modern facility provides a level of care only available in large-scale teaching hospitals. Christiana Hospital includes Delaware's only Level-I Trauma center (as verified by the American College of Surgeons), which is prepared to handle the most extreme medical emergencies. In fact, it is the only Level-I Trauma center on the East Coast corridor between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Christiana Hospital has also been nationally recognized in U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals rankings as #1 in Delaware and #3 in the Philadelphia metro area, plus High Performing in 9 Adult Procedures/Conditions Christi

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