Medical Assistant-Breast Surgery-Wexford

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

## Medical Assistant-Breast Surgery-WexfordApplyremote type: On-sitelocations: Wexford PA, 12311 Perry Highway, Wexford Health & Wellness Paviliontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: J285400## **Company :**Allegheny Health Network## **Job Description :**GENERAL OVERVIEW:Under the direction of the provider and as a member of the health care team, assists in coordinating the examination, treatment and health care planning for patients. Assists with other office functions to support patient care and office operations. Follows all established protocols, policies, procedures and standardized workflows.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:* Using the team based approach, assists in the coordination of patient care under supervision of the health care provider.* Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to standardized work flows. Accurately obtains patient vital signs, documents patient information, patient history, tobacco, and medication screening. May assist in the administration of depression screening tools. Completes annual wellness visit screenings. Reviews, updates and screens medication list in the EHR. Reviews social history with patient and updates record. If applicable, pends/''cues up'' orders for required age appropriate screenings, patient prescriptions, refills, or other orders based on AHN approved protocols.* Performs back office testing following approved AHN protocols and policies.* Assists providers with examination and procedures.* May serve as a scribe with additional training.* Provides follow up with patients at designated intervals via patient's preferred method (telephone, electronic, written) in accordance with provider instructions. Notifies patients of test results under the direction of provider in a timely manner.* Prepares exam room for patient visit. Ensures adequate inventory of medical supplies. Ensures all patient treatment areas are at all times stocked with the appropriate supplies using established inventory standards.* Cleans and sterilizes instruments per established AHN approved policy and manufacturer's guidelines.* Accurately performs lab controls and equipment checks as assigned.* Administers and accurately documents medications in accordance with policy and safe practice.* Documents accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards and work flows.* Accurately performs clerical office functions and other duties as assigned.* May require floating/travel between physician office locations.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum* High School / GED or Completion of a Medical Assistant ProgramCertification Requirements:* Employees who have: graduated from a medical assistant program within five years **OR** proof of one year of work experience as a medical assistant in the last three years must complete certification training and/or attempt testing within 30 days of hire and must obtain certification within 120 days of hire.* Accepted Medical Assistant Certification (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA)Employees who have not met the above certification criteria may have the opportunity to sit for a company proctored certification exam when qualified.Preferred* Associate's DegreeHighmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at [e-mail]