Medical Assistant - Breast Surgery Team (Onsite, FT)

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Breast Surgery team in Wexford, PA. You will assist providers, prepare patients, document in the EHR, and support a physician-led care team in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent with certification within 120 days of hire. Some responsibilities include vital signs, screenings, and medication administration as per policy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or Medical Assistant program completion.
• Certification required within 120 days of hire or proven recent CMA/MA certification.
• Experience in patient intake, vital signs and basic clinical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient visits and prepare exam rooms.
• Record vital signs and update patient history.
• Assist with examinations and procedures.
• Document in the EHR accurately.
• Administer medications per policy.
• May float between locations as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

EHR documentation

MA procedures

Patient communication

Medication administration

Education

Medical Assistant Certification (NHA/AAMA/AMT/NCCT/AMCA)

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Breast Surgery team in Wexford, PA. You will assist providers, prepare patients, document in the EHR, and support a physician-led care team in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent with certification within 120 days of hire. Some responsibilities include vital signs, screenings, and medication administration as per policy.