MEDICAL ASSISTANT - GASTROENTEROLOGY

Independence Health System - Westmoreland Area; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for their Gastroenterology department. This role involves delivering essential patient care, assisting with examinations, and managing clerical tasks to support the medical team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a commitment to patient safety and quality care. With a competitive salary and a sign-on bonus, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient health and well-being in a dynamic medical environment.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Increased Wages

Local Travel Opportunities

Mentorship Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred with knowledge of nursing legal aspects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care, assisting in data collection and treatments.
• Perform clerical functions and ensure accurate documentation in the billing system.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Billing System

Patient Management Software

Job description

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Job Details

Description

• The Medical Assistant performs basic direct patient care activities, such as lab tests, treatments, and medication/immunization administration. These are performed under the direction of the Nurse and/or the physician in preparation for the patient's examination and treatment. The incumbent carries out clerical activities, quality control activities, performance improvement initiatives, etc., in support of the physician practice as assigned. This position also serves as a resource for the clerical/clinical staff in the practice.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital/physician practices policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Assist in collecting patient healthcare data, including vital signs, weight, chief complaint, and pain assessment as directed.
• Complete patient care treatments and testing as ordered.
• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and timely.
• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Communicate pertinent information of actual or potential problems to the physician or nurse.
• Perform clerical functions supporting patient care and office operations.
• Answer calls, take accurate messages, and relay them appropriately.
• Verify and enter accurate patient demographic and insurance information into the billing system.
• Enter diagnosis codes and charges accurately into billing system.
• Complete necessary forms and correspondence for patient care.
• Ensure patient safety following hospital and practice policies.
• Label patient specimens per policy.
• Follow infection control protocols, including standard precautions.
• Assist with survey readiness, inspections, and surveys.
• Perform quality control and monitoring, reporting out-of-range issues immediately.
• Practice National Patient Safety Goals consistently.
• Schedule surgeries, procedures, and testing for patients.
• Provide exit counseling, including education, testing scheduling, and information provision.
• Prepare charts and obtain vital signs and weights for clinic sessions.
• Perform control studies and document accordingly.
• Perform phlebotomy, read test results, and document findings.
• Prepare exam rooms and stock supplies daily.
• Offer pre- and post-examination education and counseling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher education.
• Strong leadership, organizational, independent, and critical thinking skills; sound judgment; knowledge of legal aspects of nursing practice.
• Ability to communicate complex topics effectively to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous outpatient office experience.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance
• Friends & Family CPR

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but serves as a coach and mentor within the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Scheduled based on operational needs (shift rotations, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Local travel between Independence Health locations may be required.

Additional Information

Further details include promoting a Lean work culture, adherence to safety and physical demands, and understanding of the work environment. The role involves physical activities, exposure to various hazards, and the necessity of certain protective equipment.