Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Wexford - Full Time

High Market Health; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team in Wexford. The role involves coordinating patient care, preparing patients for exams, and performing clerical tasks. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, and completion of a Medical Assistant program or relevant experience. The position offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Benefits

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Medical (Highmark Insurance)

Dental (United Concordia)

Vision

Paid Time Off (18 days with 6 paid holidays)

401K plan (with match)

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or 1 year of direct patient care experience.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Act 34, 33, and 73 Background Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care coordination under supervision of healthcare provider.
• Prepare and room patients, obtain vital signs, document information.
• Perform clerical functions and may float between locations.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Vital Signs Measurement

Documentation

Clerical Functions

Education

High School / GED

Completion of Medical Assistant Program

Associate's Degree

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

Benefits include:

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
• *Sign-On bonus is for External Hires only
• Recipient must stay with AHN for a minimum of 1 year
• Re-Hires may not have worked for AHN within the previous 12 months to qualify
• Benefits go into effect the 1st of the month following the start date
• Medical (Highmark Insurance)
• Dental (United Concordia)
• Vision
• Paid Time Off (18 days with 6 paid holidays)
• 401K plan (with match)

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the provider and as a member of the healthcare team, assists in coordinating examination, treatment, and healthcare planning for patients. Supports office functions to facilitate patient care and operations, following all protocols, policies, procedures, and workflows.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in patient care coordination under supervision of healthcare provider.
• Prepare and room patients, obtain vital signs, document information, review patient history, and update records.
• Assist with back-office testing and procedures.
• Serve as a scribe if trained.
• Follow up with patients via preferred method, notify test results as directed.
• Prepare exam rooms, manage supplies, sterilize instruments, perform lab checks, and document medications.
• Perform clerical functions and may float between locations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• High School / GED
• Completion of Medical Assistant Program OR 1 year of Medical Assistant or direct patient care experience.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34, 33, and 73 Background Clearances

Certification Requirements:

• Graduate from a medical assistant program within five years OR have one year of recent work experience as a medical assistant.
• Obtain certification within 120 days of hire (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA).

Opportunity to sit for a company proctored certification exam if not initially certified.

Preferred:

• Associate's Degree

Disclaimer: The description indicates general duties and may not include all responsibilities. Employees must adhere to ethical, legal, and confidentiality standards, including HIPAA and company policies. Compliance with applicable laws and company policies is mandatory.

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