Medical Assistant

Community LIFE•Wilkinsburg, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant will assist the physician and nurses with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. In addition to core Medical Assistant responsibilities, this position serves as a key person for the team regarding day-today workflow issues and office procedures. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan care for and provide services to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or a national medical assistant certification from a national certifying organization (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA)
Two years of experience with patient care in an acute care setting.
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
Demonstrated ability to perform duties required as a Medical Assistant.
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Good verbal and written skills

Nice To Haves

Able to deliver services in a compassionate, responsive, and courteous manner.
Dependable, resourceful and flexible.
Able to work effectively with staff, participants, providers and referral sources.
Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming.
Ability to appreciate and enjoy working with elderly individuals.
Phlebotomy training

Responsibilities

Assist the physician and nurses with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.
Serve as a key person for the team regarding day-to-day workflow issues and office procedures.
Assess, plan care for and provide services to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards.