Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

highmarkhealth; McMurray (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under clinician supervision. The role includes preparing patients, recording vital signs, updating medication lists in the EHR, and assisting with exams and procedures.

Responsibilities also include rooming patients, supporting wellness screenings, and maintaining exam rooms and supplies. Certification within required timeframe may be needed, and CPR is required.

Qualifications

• High School / GED or completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Must complete certification within required timeframe (within 120 days of hire) if eligibility criteria are met.
• CPR certification required by the job and additional state background checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating patient care under supervision of a provider.
• Prepare and room patients; record vital signs and patient information in the EHR.
• Assist with administering depression screening tools and wellness visit screenings as applicable.
• Review and update medication lists in the EHR; determine orders based on AHN protocols.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures; may serve as a scribe with training.
• Maintain clean exam rooms and ensure adequate medical supplies; perform clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Team-based care

Patient coordination

Vital signs documentation

Education

High School / GED

Medical Assistant Program

Associate's Degree

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under clinician supervision. The role includes preparing patients, recording vital signs, updating medication lists in the EHR, and assisting with exams and procedures.

Responsibilities also include rooming patients, supporting wellness screenings, and maintaining exam rooms and supplies. Certification within required timeframe may be needed, and CPR is required.