Lifepoint Health·Johnstown, Pennsylvania
The Medical Assistant manages patient registration, insurance verification, and scheduling while coordinating clinical flow. They provide direct patient care under physician supervision, including preparing patients for exams and assisting with procedures.
Job Type: Full Time | Day Shift
Schedule 8a-4p M-F | No Weekends or Holidays | Travel to other facilities required
Your experience matters
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you'll contribute
Greets patients, families and patrons as they arrive to the clinic.
Obtains and verifies all insurance, demographic and financial information with each registration.
Updates the information as needed.
Obtains copies of insurance cards for the EMR.
Monitors for and obtains referrals for patients.
Instructs patients of requirement of referral prior to being seen on their appointment date.
Obtains and prepares all patient charts for the physician practice.
Assists in maintaining patient flow during the patient’s visit.
Schedules appointments via computerized system for physician practices.
Accepts patient payments for bills, copays, etc. and documents accordingly with receipt given to the patient.
Schedules surgeries, testing, and hospitalizations, works with insurance companies in pre-certification process, and obtains authorizations for
diagnostic tests and referrals.
Posts payment in EPIC accordingly, prepares audit journal and balances daily receipts.
Prepares daily deposits accordingly.
Provides patient care under the supervision of Physician(s) and Advanced Practitioner(s).
Escorts patients to exam rooms, prepares patients for exam.
Discharges patients from clinic with their instructions after being seen by a physician or APP.
Assists physician and APP with exam and procedures, as requested.
Assists in patient care pre and post procedure and/or clinic visit.
Attends assigned and/or scheduled in-service education meetings and staff meetings.
Promotes an environment that is conducive to employee and patient safety.
Must be flexible with workload, schedule and location to meet department volume demands.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintenance of office equipment in good operational order.
Receive and process messages from providers/clinical staff through In- Basket and patients through My Chart system in EPIC and the telephone.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we're looking for
Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact China Hawes by emailing China.Hawes@lifepointhealth.net
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has 537 inpatient, behavioral health, rehabilitation, and transitional care beds and is home to the highest level of care designations for Neonatal Care (Level 3) and Trauma Care (Level 1). Conemaugh Memorial has received recognition by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. Conemaugh Memorial is proudly committed to being a teaching hospital including seven medical residency programs, School of Nursing, and Allied Health education programs.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be a graduate of a Clinical Medical Assistant program or have equivalent on-the-job training. A CPR certification is required either upon hire or within two months.
Market context
Physician openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing clinical coverage needs and specialty demand, so competition can be strongest for roles that require board eligibility, Pennsylvania licensure or IMLC eligibility, and preferred fellowship or EPIC experience. Benefits and requirements on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your licensure path and highlight any EPIC or fellowship experience in your materials.