Medical Assistant - Homestead, United States - Preferred Primary Care Physicians, Inc.

Preferred Primary Care Physicians, Inc. Homestead, United States

3 weeks ago

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Job Description

Preferred Primary Care Physicians (PPCP) is currently recruiting for a Full-Time Medical Assistant for our office in the Munhall area of Pittsburgh, located at: 3212 Main St, Homestead, PA The successful candidate MUST have very strong medical terminology skills and possess previous medical assistant experience and/or training. Phlebotomy training and experience is a huge plus, provided the candidate also knows how to room patients, take vitals, give injections, and chart on patients. Willing to interview new graduates of MA or PHLEB programs. Great Monday-Friday schedule

Come join the PPCP Team for a highly competitive starting hourly wage, some of the BEST medical benefits around that include medical, dental, vision, and an extremely generous company-match 401k retirement program. PPCP is committed to providing a positive environment and a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Monday-Friday day schedule

General Purpose of the Medical Assistant:

The Medical Receptionist serves as the initial person to greet, instruct and direct all persons visiting or calling the medical practice utilizing skills of tact, diplomacy and confidentiality in a professional manner.

Medical Assistant Essential Duties:

· Escorts patients to and from exam or treatment rooms as appropriate. Records all patient data prior to the physician or nurse seeing the patient. This includes vital signs, height and weight, allergies, medications, chief complaint, reason for visit, etc.

· Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as directed by the physician.

· Answers and returns patient phone calls as directed. Is responsible for contacting pharmacies for prescriptions or may answer patient telephone calls for referrals. May handle other patient telephone calls as directed by the physician, nurse or Office Manager.

· Obtains all necessary patient record information, lab data, diagnostics, consults, etc. as required by the physician or nurse for assessment of the patient's medical status.

· Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed in accordance with OSHA and universal safety precautions

· Assists with exams and procedures as requested.

· Assists with scheduling tests, procedures or appointments to follow-up on test results

· Prepares, maintains and stocks exam and treatment rooms. Orders supplies as needed.

· Obtains new patient information and any test results.

· Assists with administrative duties such as typing, faxing, reception duties, etc.

· Processes instruments and equipment as needed.

· Informs physician of patient reschedule or no-shows.

· Assists with delegated patient education activities including but not limited to distributing educational literature, etc.

· Maintains the strictest confidentiality.

· Performs other duties as assigned by the physician, nurse or office manager.

Education:

A high school diploma or GED is required. Graduate from an accredited school of medical assistant. Six (6) months of medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting preferred, however open to new graduate applicants.

About Us:

At Preferred Primary Care Physicians, preferred health care is simply our standard. Our practice was established in 1995 when a group of dedicated physicians in the South Hills came together for one common purpose: to provide the highest quality care to their patients. Their ingenuity and expertise laid the foundation for our independently owned practice, which now operates out of more than 20 locations in the greater Pittsburgh area. Our elevated level of service is supported by our team-based approach, comprehensive clinical programs, and state-of-the-art outpatient centers. From providing general primary care to managing chronic conditions, we give all of our patients the preferential treatment they deserve.

Come join the team and enjoy a very competitive employee benefit package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and 401k with competitive match.

Please visit our website for more info about our company.

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