Medical Assistant Certified - Neurosurgery - AGH - Full Time

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for their Neurosurgery department in Pittsburgh. In this full-time position, you will play a crucial role in patient care by coordinating examinations and supporting office operations. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and be focused on providing excellent patient experiences. A sign-on bonus of $1,000 is also offered for external hires.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Newly hired medical assistants must obtain certification within 120 days.
• Experience with practice management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting.
• Assists in coordination of patient care under supervision.
• Documents patient information in the EHR.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Vital Signs Monitoring

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

Tools

Practice Management Software

Electronic Health Record Applications

Job description

Medical Assistant Certified - Neurosurgery - AGH - Full Time

Medical Assistant Certified - Neurosurgery - AGH - Full Time

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$1,000 Sign-On Bonus*Sign-On bonus is for External Hires onlyRecipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 yearRe-Hires may not have worked for AHN within the previous 12 months to qualifyGENERAL OVERVIEWAs a member of the health care team, assists in coordinating the examination, treatment and health care planning for patients, under the direction of the provider. Also assists with other office functions to support patient care and office operations. Follows all established protocols, policies, procedures and standardized work flows.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESPrepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to standardized work flows.Accurately obtains patient vital signs. Accurately documents patient information, patient history, and medication reconciliation. Prepares exam room for patient visit.Accurately documents all pertinent details in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards and work flows including all pertinent patient interactions at the time of the encounter in the correct EHR note type. Reviews, updates and reconciles medication list in the EHR. Reviews problem list and social history with patient and updates record. Follows Meaningful Use standards and assists with population health management.Completes annual wellness visit assessments, if applicable, requests orders for required age appropriate screenings and documents physical examination in the correct EHR note type.Assists in the coordination of patient care under supervision of the assigned health care provider. Assists providers with examination and procedures.Assists with patient prescription needs based on established protocols.Reviews pre-visit planning documentation and patient chart in advance of appointment time to ensure that the provider is prepared to address required screenings and gaps in care.Performs PHQ-9 depression screening, tobacco screening, chronic disease screening and MU required screenings. Performs in-house testing following established protocols and policies.In collaboration with the care team nurse, provides follow up with patient at designated intervals via patient preferred method (telephone, electronic, written) in accordance with prescribed provider instructions. Notifies patients of test results under the direction of provider in a timely manner.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 standards. Accurately performs lab controls and equipment checks as assigned.Accurately performs clerical office functions and other duties as assigned or required.May require travel between physician office locations.QUALIFICATIONSMinimumOne year certificate from college or technical school, or at least three months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired: Newly hired medical assistants must complete training and/or attempt testing within 30 days of hire; newly hired medical assistants must obtain certification within 120 days of hire.CPR certification required Medical assistants must achieve and maintain certification in accordance with CMS Meaningful Use requirements CPR – American Heart AssociationAct 34 Criminal Background Clearance CertificateAct 33 Child Abuse Clearance CertificateAct 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance CertificatePreferredPrefer experience with practice management software and electronic health record applications.Highmark 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] Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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