Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Front Office

Independence Health System; North Butler (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Independence Health System in Pennsylvania is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant to perform basic direct patient care under supervision of the nurse and physician. Responsibilities include assisting with lab tests, treatments, immunizations, data collection, and preparing patients for examinations.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with MS Office, and the ability to handle clerical tasks while maintaining patient safety and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or higher education.
• Strong leadership, organization, and judgment.
• Experience communicating with diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care under supervision of nurse/physician.
• Collect patient healthcare data (VS, weight, chief complaint, pain).
• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in records and billing systems.
• Provide pre- and post-examination education and counseling.
• Perform phlebotomy and related specimen handling.
• Assist with clerical tasks and maintain patient safety and equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Clerical tasks

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Independence Health System in Pennsylvania is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant to perform basic direct patient care under supervision of the nurse and physician. Responsibilities include assisting with lab tests, treatments, immunizations, data collection, and preparing patients for examinations.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with MS Office, and the ability to handle clerical tasks while maintaining patient safety and accurate documentation.