Day-Shift Medical Assistant - Front & Back Office

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Washington, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Vascular Surgery team. The position involves back office and front office duties with daylight hours; evenings, weekends, or holidays are not required.

Applicants will be placed on the Medical Assistant Career Ladder based on experience and education. Responsibilities include patient records handling, scheduling, room preparation, vitals, phlebotomy, EKGs, and assisting with procedures while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient records in compliance with HIPAA and regulations.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports and schedule appointments; verify insurance and demographics; manage charts.
• Prepare patient rooms and maintain infection control; manage inventory of supplies.
• Assist patients with walking, transfers, and vitals; collect histories per provider guidelines.
• Answer calls and provide patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and routine clinic procedures under supervision; document in the medical record.
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health; uphold confidentiality; follow UPMC Health System policies.
• Under physician supervision, administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UPMC in Washington, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Vascular Surgery team. The position involves back office and front office duties with daylight hours; evenings, weekends, or holidays are not required.

Applicants will be placed on the Medical Assistant Career Ladder based on experience and education. Responsibilities include patient records handling, scheduling, room preparation, vitals, phlebotomy, EKGs, and assisting with procedures while maintaining HIPAA compliance.