Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Lab Support

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical teams in coordinating patient care and preparing examinations. Responsibilities include rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, updating medical histories, and assisting with procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or MA program completion, with certification within 120 days if not already certified. An Associate's Degree is preferred, and HIPAA-compliant, patient-centered care is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Certification within 120 days of hire if not already certified.
• Accepted Medical Assistant Certifications (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA).
• Associate's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care under supervision of the health care provider using a team-based approach.
• Prepare and room patients; obtain vitals, document history and tobacco and medication screening.
• Perform back-office testing following AHN protocols.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.
• May serve as a scribe with additional training.
• Follow up with patients via telephone, electronic, or written communication as directed.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain inventory, and stock treatment areas.
• Sterilize instruments and perform lab controls and equipment checks.
• Administer and document medications per policy and safe practice.
• Document in EHR according to standards and workflows.
• Perform clerical duties and may float between locations.

Skills

Patient care coordination

EHR documentation

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Associate's Degree

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical teams in coordinating patient care and preparing examinations. Responsibilities include rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, updating medical histories, and assisting with procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or MA program completion, with certification within 120 days if not already certified. An Associate's Degree is preferred, and HIPAA-compliant, patient-centered care is expected.