Medical Assistant at Allegheny Health Network

Type: Full-time

Description

The Medical Assistant coordinates patient care, prepares patients, takes vitals, documents information, administers screenings, and supports office operations under the direction of healthcare providers. They perform back-office tasks, assist during examinations, document in the EHR, manage medical supply inventory, clean and sterilize instruments, administer medications, and handle clerical duties.

Required Skills

patient care
vital signs
document patient information
medication screening
depression screening tools
annual wellness visit screenings
Reviews, updates and screens medication list in the EHR
social history
back office testing
examination and procedures
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follow up with patients
test results
inventory of medical supplies
Cleans and sterilizes instruments
lab controls and equipment checks
administer medications
Documents accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
clerical office functions

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Supports patient care and office operations.
Obtains patient vital signs, documents patient information, patient history, tobacco, and medication screening.
Performs back office testing following approved AHN protocols and policies.
Assists providers with examination and procedures.
Follows up with patients at designated intervals via telephone, electronic, or written methods.
Maintains adequate inventory of medical supplies.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments according to established AHN-approved policy and manufacturer's guidelines.
Accurately performs lab controls and equipment checks.
Administers and accurately documents medications in accordance with policy and safe practice.
Documents accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards and work flows.
Performs accurate clerical office functions and other duties.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate's Degree