Medical Assistant
Squirrel Hill Health Center·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Squirrel Hill Health Center·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care, including recording vitals and administering vaccines, while ensuring accurate documentation in the EHR. They collaborate with clinical and front office staff to maintain smooth patient flow and high-quality care.
Squirrel Hill Health Center is seeking a dedicated and professional Medical Assistant to join our care team. The Medical Assistant will provide direct patient services in exam rooms, ensuring smooth patient flow and accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). This role involves patient preparation, specimen collection, diagnostic testing, vaccine administration, prescription coordination, and collaboration with clinical and front office staff to deliver high-quality, team-based care. Must be available and willing to work in all SHHC locations. Key Responsibilities: Greet and escort patients to exam rooms. Record vital signs, medical history, and other patient information in the EHR. Perform lab tests, diagnostic procedures, and administer vaccines as directed. Maintain clean, organized workspaces and exam rooms. Collaborate with other departments to provide quality care. Communicate effectively with patients, clinicians, and staff. Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Medical Assistant Certification preferred. Proficiency in computers, EHR systems, and medical equipment. Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10, and CPT coding preferred. CPR certification required. Fluency in English; additional language skills preferred. Must have all CDC-recommended immunizations.
Candidates should ideally hold a Medical Assistant certification and must have CPR certification and all CDC-recommended immunizations. Proficiency in EHR systems, medical terminology, and coding is preferred.
Market context
Medical Assistant roles in Pennsylvania are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician offices, and other patient-facing settings, so demand is often steady where care teams need support with vitals, rooming, and basic clinical tasks. This role is competitive because employers typically want a high school diploma plus timely Medical Assistant and BLS certification after hire, with healthcare experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline and tailor your application to any prior clinical or administrative experience.
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