Medical Assistant Trainee - Physician Offices - Erie

Highmark Health•Erie, PA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Medical Assistant training program intended for individuals with little to no clinical experience and no formal Medical Assistant training. You will need to be able and willing to travel to the hands on training location 2 days per week for hands-on training your first 6 weeks. You need to be able to work the other three days of the week at a physician office, practicing your skills during the initial 6 weeks. Once the 6-week program is complete, you will be required to sit for the Certification Exam. Following the 6-week training schedule, you will need to be able to work in the physician office for which you were hired a full 40 hours a week. This job is responsible for clinic patient support by performing essential clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and efficient patient experience while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team.

Requirements

High School/GED
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Nice To Haves

Previous patient care experience
BLS

Responsibilities

Assists in the coordination of patient care under supervision of the health care provider.
Prepares and rooms patients within the clinic practice setting according to standardized work flows.
Accurately obtains patient vital signs and history.
May assist in the completion of various screening tools.
Assists providers with examinations and procedures.
Provides follow up with patients via preferred method of communication in accordance with provider instructions.
Prepares exam rooms for patient visit.
Ensures adequate inventory of medical supplies.
Accurately performs lab controls and equipment checks.
Documents accurately in the electronic health record.
Other duties as assigned or requested.