Medical Assistant

Community LIFE; Wilkinsburg (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Community LIFE Wilkinsburg, PA, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in patient care, clerical tasks, and day-to-day clinic operations.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for frail elders and adherence to Community LIFE standards, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a focus on team workflow and office procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Two years of patient care experience in an acute care setting.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician and nurses with patient care and clerical tasks.
• Support day-to-day workflow and office procedures.
• Assess, plan care for, and provide services to frail elders according to Community LIFE standards.

Skills

Verbal and written skills

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Exam room duties

Independent work

Duties performance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program or national certification

Job description

Medical Assistant

Community LIFE Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Summary of Job Duties:

The Medical Assistant will assist the physician and nurses with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. In addition to core Medical Assistant responsibilities, this position serves as a key person for the team regarding day-today workflow issues and office procedures. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan care for and provide services to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards.

Required Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or a national medical assistant certification from a national certifying organization (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA)

Required Experience: Two years of experience with patient care in an acute care setting. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Required Skills:

• Good verbal and written skills
• Medical terminology
• Basic computer skills
• Examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties required as a Medical Assistant.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently

Desired or Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:

• Able to deliver services in a compassionate, responsive, and courteous manner.
• Dependable, resourceful and flexible.
• Able to work effectively with staff, participants, providers and referral sources.
• Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming.
• Ability to appreciate and enjoy working with elderly individuals.
• Phlebotomy training

About us:

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.

Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Long Term Disability insurance, 4 weeks Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement, Employee Appreciation events, and more!

Salary Information

$18 - $20Hourly Wage