Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist- Green Tree, PA

Preferred Primary Care Physicians, Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with competitive match

Life insurance

Job summary

Preferred Primary Care Physicians, Inc is recruiting a Full Time Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist in Pittsburgh. The ideal candidate should have front and back office experience along with Phlebotomy skills. Responsibilities include assisting medical staff, recording patient information, and obtaining specimens.

The position offers competitive pay, a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Commitment to a positive work environment is essential.

Qualifications

• At least six months of medical assistant experience preferred.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Phlebotomy Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses with patient care and clerical tasks.
• Administer injections as directed by the physician.
• Record patient data, including vital signs and medications.
• Obtain blood specimens and maintain exam rooms.

Skills

Front office experience

Back office experience

Phlebotomy skills

Patient care assistance

Administrative duties

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate from an accredited school of medical assistant

Job description

Preferred Primary Care Physicians is currently recruiting for a Full Time Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist for our practice located in the Green Tree area of Pittsburgh, 300 Fleet St, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. The ideal candidate will have both front and back office experience as well as Phlebotomy skills. Any candidates with a Phlebotomy Certification must also have experience in rooming patients, taking vitals, and injections. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt, hourly position with a daylight schedule and one night per week ending at 8 pm.

Join our PPCP team for highly competitive pay, some of the best benefits in the field, opportunity for bonus pay, a great 401(k) plan, and most importantly a company that promotes a healthy work/life balance and positive atmosphere!

General Purpose of the Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist Position

Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. May assist with appointment scheduling and electronic chart management.

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist Essential Functions

• Escorts patients to and from exam or treatment rooms as appropriate. Records all patient data prior to the physician or nurse seeing the patient, including vital signs, height and weight, allergies, medications, chief complaint, reason for visit, etc.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as directed by the physician.
• Answers and returns patient phone calls as directed. Is responsible for contacting pharmacies for prescriptions or may answer patient telephone calls for referrals. May handle other patient telephone calls as directed by the physician, nurse or office manager.
• Obtains all necessary patient record information, lab data, diagnostics, consults, etc. as required by the physician or nurse for assessment of the patient’s medical status.
• Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed in accordance with OSHA and universal safety precautions.
• Assists with exams and procedures as requested.
• Assists with scheduling tests, procedures or appointments to follow‑up on test results.
• Prepares, maintains and stocks exam and treatment rooms. Orders supplies as needed.
• Obtains new patient information and any test results.
• Assists with administrative duties such as typing, faxing, reception duties, etc.
• Processes instruments and equipment as needed.
• Informs physician of patient reschedule or no‑shows.
• Assists with delegated patient education activities including but not limited to distributing educational literature, etc.
• Maintains the strictest confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the physician, nurse or office manager.

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required. Graduate from an accredited school of medical assistant. Six (6) months of medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting preferred, however open to new graduate applicants.

Come join the team and enjoy a very competitive employee benefit package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and 401(k) with competitive match.

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