Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Frontline Support

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is looking for a Medical Assistant to coordinate patient care and support health care tasks. You'll be responsible for preparing patients, measuring vital signs, assisting providers, and maintaining clinical practice standards.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School diploma or GED and have completed a Medical Assistant program or have equivalent experience. Required certifications include CPR and various background clearances. Join a committed team dedicated to quality health care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program or 1 year in direct patient care role.
• CPR certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care under supervision of healthcare provider.
• Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and documenting information.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.

Skills

Clinical duties (injections, phlebotomy, EKGs)

Patient care coordination

Vital signs measurement

Education

High School / GED

Completion of a Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is looking for a Medical Assistant to coordinate patient care and support health care tasks. You'll be responsible for preparing patients, measuring vital signs, assisting providers, and maintaining clinical practice standards.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School diploma or GED and have completed a Medical Assistant program or have equivalent experience. Required certifications include CPR and various background clearances. Join a committed team dedicated to quality health care.