Certified Medical Assistant Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Oakland)

Certified Medical Assistant: Full-Time - Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Oakland Area)Status: Full-TimeWork Arrangement: On-siteLocation: Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Oakland)Pay Range: up to $21.00 per hour as a new employee. After hire, additional compensation can be earned through promotional, performance-based increases up to $28.00 per hour. Monday through Friday, primarily daylight hours from 7:30am to 4pm, and 8am to 4:30pm. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required.Comprehensive Benefits PackageThe Company offers competitive compensation and a full range of benefits designed to support your total well-being, including:Competitive Pay: Base wages, Merit Pay, and generous Premium Pay (Off-Shift Differential, Holiday Pay, Standby/Call-in Pay).Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and various Wellness Programs (e.g., stress management, weight management).Financial Security & Retirement: Cash Balance and Savings Plans, along with Basic Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.Time Off & Leave: Generous Vacation/Personal/Sick Time (PTO), Paid Holidays, Funeral Leave, and Paid Parental Leave.Professional Growth: Opportunities for Tuition Assistance, access to training resources, and defined Advancement Opportunities via Career Ladders and Internal Job Postings.Work-Life Support: Child and Elder Care Referrals, Legal Insurance, and Employee Discounts/Perks.Recognition: Programs like Merit Awards, ACES, and Service Awards to recognize your valuable contributions.Successful Certified Medical Assistant candidates are compassionate professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and accuracy to support critical patient care and exceptional patient outcomes.Key Responsibilities (Front & Back Office)Back Office / Clinical SupportPrepare and manage patient flow, including preparing rooms, setting up instruments, and ensuring infection control protocols are strictly maintained.Take patient vitals, collect patient history, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, as well as administer injectable medications and vaccines under physician direction.Assist physicians with in-clinic procedures.Manage inventory and restock exam/procedure rooms.Front Office / Administrative SupportSchedule appointments, verify insurance coverage, and confirm patient demographics.Prepare and manage patient charts, ensuring documentation is complete and filed appropriately.Handle incoming patient medical records (send/receive) in compliance with HIPAA.Manage forms/requisitions, obtain necessary reports (lab/x-ray), and relay instructions to patients/families.Answer calls and provide pertinent patient education as directed. Minimum Qualification Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential, achieved by passing a national certification exam (e.g., CMA-AAMA, RMA-AMT, or CCMA-NHA) is strongly preferred Previous Medical Assistant experience in an Orthopaedic, surgical, or specialty clinic setting is preferred.Demonstrated proficiency in both Front Office (administrative) and Back Office (clinical) tasks.Proficiency in administering injections/vaccines and performing clinical procedures (e.g., phlebotomy, EKG) is essential.Working knowledge of medical terminology and clinical examination/treatment room procedures.Basic computer skills and familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.Ability to comply with all regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA).Must be willing to travel to other office locations for coverage as needed.

Salary : $21 - $28