Medical Assistant: Patient Care, Lab & Office Support

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform direct patient care and support clerical functions under clinician direction. The role includes collecting patient data, assisting with procedures, and maintaining accurate documentation. On-site, full-time employment with a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with preferred Medical Assistant program completion or related certification. Outpatient experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires high school education or GED.
• Preferred completion of a Medical Assistant program or related experience.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Experience in outpatient office settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care per policies and procedures.
• Collect patient data (VS, weight, chief complaint, pain assessment).
• Perform treatments, testing, and phlebotomy as ordered.
• Document accurately and timely in billing and charting systems.
• Prepare patients for examinations and communicate with physicians.

Skills

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Independent thinking

Judgment

Nursing practice knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completed

EMT/Paramedic (NREMT)

Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform direct patient care and support clerical functions under clinician direction. The role includes collecting patient data, assisting with procedures, and maintaining accurate documentation. On-site, full-time employment with a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with preferred Medical Assistant program completion or related certification. Outpatient experience is a plus.