Medical Assistant-Scott Township

Preferred Primary Care Physicians; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Pittsburgh seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in various tasks. The role includes managing patient records, administering injections, and assisting with administrative duties, ideal for individuals with strong clerical and phlebotomy skills. Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with competitive match

Company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Prior physician office experience preferred.
• 6 months of medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting is preferred but open to new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and nurses with patient care and clerical tasks.
• Records patient data, administers injections, and answers calls.
• Prepares and maintains exam rooms and assists with administrative duties.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Clerical Skills

Education

Diploma from an accredited school of medical assistant

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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• Preferred Primary Care Physicians is currently recruiting for a full-time Medical Assistant for a practice located in the Scott Township area. Prior physician office experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have both front and back office experience. Phlebotomy skills are a must have.
  
  

• Preferred Primary Care Physicians is currently recruiting for a full-time Medical Assistant for a practice located in the Scott Township area. Prior physician office experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have both front and back office experience. Phlebotomy skills are a must have.
  
  

General Purpose of the Position: Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. May assist with appointment scheduling and electronic chart management.

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. This includes 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.

About Us

At Preferred Primary Care Physicians, preferred health care is simply our standard. Our practice was established in 1995 when a group of dedicated physicians in the South Hills came together for one common purpose: to provide the highest quality care to their patients. Their ingenuity and expertise laid the foundation for our independently owned practice, which now operates out of more than 20 locations in the greater Pittsburgh area. Our elevated level of service is supported by our team-based approach, comprehensive clinical programs, and state-of-the-art outpatient centers. From providing general primary care to managing chronic conditions, we give all of our patients the preferential treatment they deserve.

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

Please visit our website www.ppcp.org for more info about our company.

EOE

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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