Medical Assistant Bloomfield PA

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • Bloomfield, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of an urgent care provider. The role supports patient registration and check-in, interviews patients, measures and records vital signs, collects blood samples, prepares specimens for laboratory analysis, and prepares treatment rooms. The position also supports patient flow and the operation of the assigned urgent care center.

The role offers an hourly rate of $19.00–$24.94, based on years of experience, and monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics. Full-time roles are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Training includes hands-on instruction, classroom learning, and shadowing alongside peers. The posting describes ongoing training and development opportunities and onsite managers.

UPMC and GoHealth Urgent Care operate urgent care centers across Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The organization describes its approach as patient-first, focused on an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care, and integration with health systems and communities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a hospital, primary care, emergency department, or urgent care setting; OR meet one of the listed certification, nursing, or emergency medical qualifications.
• If relying on work experience rather than holding a listed Medical Assistant certification at hire, obtain an eligible MA certification within 12 months of hire.
• CPOE certification is required within 2 weeks of hire if MA certification is not obtained at hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Basic Medical Assistant skills.
• Ability to type quickly and basic computer knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Detail oriented, able to use experience and judgment to perform varied tasks, participate on a team, and accomplish goals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with and treat all people fairly, respectfully, and sensitively to cultural and social differences.

Responsibilities

• Register patients, secure required paperwork and insurance documentation, and verify insurance and patient eligibility.
• Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned centers.
• Coordinate provider referrals to assigned specialists.
• Answer patient questions about their care and keep them informed of their status.
• Inform technical staff about patient flow.
• Prepare patients for examination by interviewing them, verifying patient information, recording medical history, and confirming the purpose of the visit.
• Perform preliminary physical tests, including measuring blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and escalate critical cases to the provider as needed.
• Conduct point-of-care testing as needed, including flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, and HCG tests, and provide patient information to providers.
• Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain supplies and the exam rooms, front desk, and reception area.
• Complete order sheets to maintain supply inventory, check expiration dates, and ensure providers have needed medical supplies.
• Maintain medical records and scan charts to patient files.
• Answer phone calls and collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence.
• Keep the reception area well maintained.
• Conduct courtesy callbacks for patient follow-up.
• Perform opening and closing duties, including cashing out, end-of-day communication, and securing the building.
• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily equipment controls and calibration; maintain quality assurance and quality control logs; troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, among other benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 208 hours annually.
• Monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics.
• $2,000 sign-on bonus for full-time roles.
• Ongoing training and development, including hands-on, classroom, and shadowing days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED