Medical Assistant - Primary Care Float Pool - Erie - Casual

Highmark Health • Erie, PA

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant position at Allegheny Health Network involves supporting healthcare providers in coordinating patient care, performing clinical tasks, and ensuring efficient office operations. The role requires adherence to established protocols and procedures while assisting in patient examinations, documentation, and follow-up communications.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or 1 year of Medical Assistant experience or 1 year in a direct patient care role.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 Criminal Background Clearance Certificates.
• Certification from an accepted Medical Assistant Certification body (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA) within specified time frames.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of patient care under supervision of the healthcare provider.
• Prepare and room patients according to standardized workflows, obtaining vital signs and documenting patient information.
• Assist in the administration of depression screening tools and complete annual wellness visit screenings.
• Review and update medication lists in the EHR and screen social history with patients.
• Pend orders for screenings, prescriptions, and other orders based on approved protocols.
• Perform back office testing following approved protocols and policies.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures, potentially serving as a scribe with additional training.
• Provide follow-up with patients via their preferred method in accordance with provider instructions.
• Prepare exam rooms for patient visits and ensure adequate inventory of medical supplies.
• Clean and sterilize instruments according to established policies and guidelines.
• Accurately perform lab controls and equipment checks as assigned.
• Administer and document medications in accordance with policy and safe practice.
• Document accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards.
• Perform clerical office functions and other duties as assigned.
• May require floating/travel between physician office locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED