Medical Assistant - Sign-On Bonus & Growth

Independence Health System; North Huntingdon Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Wage increase

Job summary

Independence Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform direct patient care and clerical support in a clinical setting. The role involves preparing patients, collecting data, performing tests, and documenting results under supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an MA program or MA certification, and strong communication skills. The position offers a sign-on bonus and potential wage increases with commitments for local travel between system

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or next level of higher education.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care following policies and procedures.
• Collect patient data such as Vitals, weight, chief complaint and pain assessments.
• Complete patient care treatments and testing as ordered.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Communicate patient information to physicians or nurses as needed.
• Perform clerical duties to support patient care and office operations.
• Enter patient demographics and insurance information into billing systems.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Independent thinking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or MA certification

EMT/Paramedic (NREMT)

Job description

Independence Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform direct patient care and clerical support in a clinical setting. The role involves preparing patients, collecting data, performing tests, and documenting results under supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an MA program or MA certification, and strong communication skills. The position offers a sign-on bonus and potential wage increases with commitments for local travel between system