Clinical Care Assistant: Patient-Focused Support & Tests

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the care team. You will assist in coordinating examination, treatment and health care planning under the provider’s direction and support patient care and office operations.

You must follow established protocols, policies and workflows to ensure quality care. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, accurate documentation in the EHR, updating medication lists and supporting the care team across locations.

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school, or at least three months of related experience and/or training.
• CPR certification required; certification must be obtained within specified timelines.
• Preferred experience with practice management software and electronic health record (EHR) applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to standardized workflows.
• Accurately obtains patient vital signs and documents patient information and history.
• Documents all pertinent details in the EHR and reconciles medication lists.
• Reviews problem list, social history and ensures accurate chart updates.
• Assists in coordinating patient care under supervision and supports with examinations and procedures.

Skills

CPR certification

HIPAA compliance

Education

One year certificate/tech school

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the care team. You will assist in coordinating examination, treatment and health care planning under the provider’s direction and support patient care and office operations.

You must follow established protocols, policies and workflows to ensure quality care. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, accurate documentation in the EHR, updating medication lists and supporting the care team across locations.