Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Medical Assistant (Pittsburgh, PA 15232 – Shadyside Area)

Role Type: Full-Time, Employee of the Company (Not a temp or contract assignment)

Shift: Monday–Friday, Daylight (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; no weekends or holidays)

Work Arrangement: On-site

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15232

New Hire Starting Salary Range: $19.40 – $22.09 per hour

About the Opportunity

This is a permanent, full-time career opportunity. If selected, you will be hired directly as a regular employee of the organization we represent. You will be on their payroll and eligible for their full suite of benefits from your start date. This is not a temporary, contract, or "temp-to-hire" role. Enjoy a highly stable, daytime schedule with no weekends, holidays, or on-call requirements.

Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Certified Medical Assistant to join a premier, fast-paced specialty dermatology practice. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care by supporting both clinical workflows and vital administrative operations. This is an ideal position for an adaptable professional committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience in a collaborative clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Rooming & Intake: Check daily schedules, manage efficient patient flow, accompany patients to exam rooms, take vital signs, and document comprehensive medical histories and screenings.
• Procedural Assistance: Prepare patient rooms, set up specialized dermatological instruments, and assist providers during clinical examinations and procedures as needed.
• Medication & Lab Support: Manage prescription refills and insurance prior authorizations. Under physician direction, administer injectable medications, perform phlebotomy, and process level-one laboratory tests.
• Infection Control & Inventory: Clean and sanitize exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits. Monitor and restock clinical supply inventories.
• Front Office & Communication: Triage patient telephone calls, coordinate chart preparations, verify insurance coverage, and relay clear post-visit or educational instructions to patients and families.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict confidentiality and accurately record all data within the electronic medical record in accordance with HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and Department of Health guidelines.

Minimum Essential Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an approved certified medical assistant program from an accredited organization
• Current/Valid medical assistant certification from organizations accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), which includes AAMA, AMT, NHA, and NCCT.
• Solid working knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic, and treatment room workflows.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.

Performance-Based Earning Potential

This role offers a structured path for financial advancement. Through consistent high performance, leadership development, and continuous learning over time, employees have the opportunity to earn up to $30.14 per hour .

Premier Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Package: Retirement plans including a 403(b) Savings Plan with employer matching and a Cash Balance Plan. Combined, the organization contributes up to 8% of your eligible pay toward your future.
• World-Class Healthcare: Access preventive care and specialty services through an exclusive provider network.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 5.5 weeks of PTO per year, plus 7 paid holidays, with unique options to buy or sell PTO days to fit your lifestyle.
• Tuition Assistance: Benefit from up to $6,000 per academic year in tuition reimbursement, plus exclusive tuition discounts at over 30 partner colleges and universities.