Medical Assistant – Direct Patient Care & Admin

Independence Health System Inc.; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic direct patient care such as lab tests, treatments, and medication administration under the direction of the Nurse and/or physician.

The role also supports clerical tasks, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives within the physician practice, serving as a resource for staff and helping prepare patients for examinations.

Qualifications

• Requires a Medical Assistant credential or program completion.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care per policies and procedures.
• Assist to collect patient healthcare data including vital signs and weight.
• Complete patient care treatments and testing as ordered.
• Document accurately and timely in the medical record and billing system.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures and communicate information to staff.

Skills

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Independent thinking

Critical thinking

Judgment

Complex communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Completion of Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience

Job description

Independence Health System Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform basic direct patient care such as lab tests, treatments, and medication administration under the direction of the Nurse and/or physician.

The role also supports clerical tasks, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives within the physician practice, serving as a resource for staff and helping prepare patients for examinations.