Gastroenterology Medical Assistant - Clinic & Office

US Digestive Health; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

US Digestive Health in Altoona, PA seeks a Medical Assistant to support our physicians in a busy gastroenterology practice. You will obtain patient histories, measure vitals, and document medication and allergy information in the EMR.

This full-time role requires BLS, HS diploma, and MA/NA experience; you will work Monday through Friday, travel between locations as needed, and help keep wait times down.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment.
• Compassionate, professional, and courteous with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Take patients to exam rooms and collect information.
• Assist providers during exams and procedures as needed.
• Administer Breath Tests.
• Call patients with normal test results as requested.
• Answer/return calls to patients with questions or concerns.
• Receive and distribute EMR documents and emails.
• Order and pre-authorize special injectable and oral medication.
• Hepatitis C patient follow up with lab orders and results.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Multitasking

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

High School Graduate

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

ECW

Misys

Chart Capture

Job description

US Digestive Health in Altoona, PA seeks a Medical Assistant to support our physicians in a busy gastroenterology practice. You will obtain patient histories, measure vitals, and document medication and allergy information in the EMR.

This full-time role requires BLS, HS diploma, and MA/NA experience; you will work Monday through Friday, travel between locations as needed, and help keep wait times down.