Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Support

Independence Health System; Fairmont City (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a nurse or physician. Responsibilities include collecting vitals, preparing patients for exams, and performing tests and phlebotomy while maintaining accurate documentation.

Additional duties include clerical support, scheduling, and ensuring infection control and safety standards are followed. Prior outpatient experience and basic certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; higher education preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex topics to a diverse audience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care per policies.
• Collect patient data including vitals and pain assessment.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Enter and verify patient demographics and insurance data.
• Perform phlebotomy and document results.
• Provide pre/post-examination education and counseling.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards.
• Assist with clerical tasks and scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Legal aspects & liability

Microsoft Office

Clerical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification (preferred)

Act 33/34/73 FBI Clearance (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Independence Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a nurse or physician. Responsibilities include collecting vitals, preparing patients for exams, and performing tests and phlebotomy while maintaining accurate documentation.

Additional duties include clerical support, scheduling, and ensuring infection control and safety standards are followed. Prior outpatient experience and basic certifications are preferred.