Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures (Sign-On Bonus)

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the guidance of healthcare providers. The role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with examinations following AHN protocols.

The position requires a medical assistant program completion and may require certification within 120 days of hire; external candidates may be eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The job emphasizes HIPAA compliance and standardized workflows.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School / GED or Completion of a Medical Assistant Program
• Certification must be completed within 120 days of hire if criteria met
• Accepted Medical Assistant Certification: NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA

Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating patient care under supervision of the health care provider
• Prepares and rooms patients and records vital signs and patient information
• Performs back office testing and assists with examinations and procedures
• Maintains supply levels and sterilizes instruments per policy
• Documents accurately in the EHR and may assist as a scribe

Education

High School / GED or Completion of a Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the guidance of healthcare providers. The role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with examinations following AHN protocols.

The position requires a medical assistant program completion and may require certification within 120 days of hire; external candidates may be eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The job emphasizes HIPAA compliance and standardized workflows.