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Medical Assistant – Heart & Vascular Institute

  • EriePA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Day Job

PostedMarch 31, 2026

Pay$18.59–$27.96 / hr

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Full‑Time Medical Assistant

Heart & Vascular Institute – ST Health Hamot
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
No weekends • No holidays

Position Summary

ST Health Hamot’s Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking a Full‑Time Medical Assistant to join our collaborative and patient‑focused team. This role offers a positive work environment with a consistent weekday schedule and the opportunity to support high‑quality cardiovascular care while exemplifying ST Health’s core values.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Supportive, team‑oriented work environment
  • Focus on innovation and continuous improvement
  • Strong intra‑departmental collaboration
  • Weekday schedule with no weekends or holidays

Responsibilities:

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  • Accompany patients to exam/procedure rooms.
  • Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, and preparing for exams.
  • Collect patient information and history; take vital signs and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
  • Relay instructions to patients and families.
  • Prepare patient rooms; set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
  • Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
  • Clean according to scheduled maintenance programs and maintain appropriate records.
  • Manage inventory of supplies; restock exam/procedure rooms.
  • Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one laboratory testing.
  • Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
  • Assist physicians with procedures.
  • Document patient information in the medical record.
  • Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education, as directed.
  • Obtain lab and X-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
  • Complete forms and requisitions as needed.
  • Schedule appointments.
  • Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
  • Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
  • Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
  • Comply with requirements of regulatory agencies (OSHA, CLIA, Pennsylvania Department of Health).
  • Comply with all ST Health Health System policies and procedures.
  • Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate.
  • Perform other front office responsibilities as required.

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required. 
  • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
     
  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$18.59–$27.96 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Medical Assistant - Heart & Vascular Institute

- Location: Erie, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Hamot
- Pay: $18.59–$27.96 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-31T16:15:17.017Z

## Description

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From PCT to nursing school — Sam’s story

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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Sam T., Patient Care Technician

I came in as a PCT with zero healthcare experience. Two years later Pepper is paying for my nursing degree while I work the schedule school needs.

Sam T.Patient Care Technician · RN student on tuition support

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Patient Care Tech

  2. Senior PCT / Unit Secretary

  3. PCT III — precepting new hires

  4. Nursing school on tuition support

  5. Graduate nurse at Pepper

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

    ~2 min

    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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