Medical Assistant

Metro Community Health Center - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Pittsburgh, PA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Metro Community Health Center is responsible for providing daily clinical support in the delivery of primary care to patients and families. This role ensures efficient operations within the department by maintaining patient records, assisting with clinical procedures, and supporting the clinical operations of the health center according to established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and related administrative documentation.
• Support the clinical operations of the health center according to policies and procedures.
• Utilize computers in the collection, management, and reporting of patient records.
• Perform duties including vital signs, assisting providers with procedures, and providing patient education.
• Conduct in-office testing such as urine pregnancy screens, rapid strep tests, and immunizations.
• Assist with quality assurance, inventory of clinical supplies, and maintenance of clinical supplies.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and related regulations in managing patient records.
• Maintain OSHA/CLIA Standards according to policies and procedures.
• Sterilize and clean surgical instruments as required.
• Document vaccinations in PA-SIIS and electronic health records.
• Telephone triage of all calls within the department.
• Maintain a clean work environment at all times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a medical assistant course, including phlebotomy & injections.
• Significant knowledge of medical practices and procedures in a primary care environment.
• Demonstrated success and experience with direct patient services, including phlebotomy.
• One year of medical assistant experience required.