Medical Assistant-otolaryngology-west Penn Hospital
Allegheny Health Network
Not specified
Patient vital signs acquisition
Electronic health record (ehr) documentation
Sterilization of medical instruments
The Medical Assistant position at Allegheny Health Network focuses on providing patient care under the supervision of healthcare providers, including tasks such as obtaining vital signs, assisting in examinations, and ensuring efficient office operations. The role requires certification as a Medical Assistant or related experience and emphasizes adherence to healthcare protocols and patient confidentiality
Job Summary
The role involves coordinating patient examination, treatment, and healthcare planning under the direction of a provider.
Employees must accurately obtain vital signs, document patient history, and update medication lists in the electronic health record.
The position requires performing back-office testing, sterilizing instruments, and assisting providers with examinations and procedures.
Matching Summary
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The Medical Assistant position at Allegheny Health Network focuses on providing patient care under the supervision of healthcare providers, including tasks such as obtaining vital signs, assisting in examinations, and ensuring efficient office operations. The role requires certification as a Medical Assistant or related experience and emphasizes adherence to healthcare protocols and patient confidentiality.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient vital signs acquisition
Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
Sterilization of medical instruments
Medication administration and screening
Patient room preparation and stocking
Nice-to-have
Scribe experience with additional training
Floating between multiple office locations
Team-based approach to patient care
Depression screening tool administration
Key Requirements
High School diploma or GED
Completion of Medical Assistant Program OR 1 year experience
American Heart Association CPR certification
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting clearance
Medical Assistant Certification (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA) within 120 days of hire