Full-Time Medical Assistant

Upmc Passavant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); In loco; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

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UPMC Passavant in Pittsburgh (McCandless) is hiring a Medical Assistant to support the Heart and Vascular Institute. This patient-facing role is in a fast-paced specialty environment, ideal for MAs who enjoy working independently and as part of a large care team.

Responsibilities include managing patient records, obtaining lab and referral information, scheduling, verifying insurance, taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and EKGs, and assisting physicians with procedures while ensuring HIPAA

Competenze

• Patient-facing role requiring strong patient interaction and confidentiality.
• Experience with HIPAA regulations and medical records is preferred.
• Front office tasks and coordination with care team.
• Ability to take vitals and perform basic procedures as needed.

Mansioni

• Manage patient records in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Obtain and process lab/x-ray reports and referral information.
• Schedule appointments and verify insurance coverage.
• Take vitals and perform screenings.
• Phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic lab tests as directed.
• Assist physicians with procedures and document patient information.
• Maintain supply inventory and organize patient flow.
• Provide patient education and answer calls.

Conoscenze

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Customer service

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UPMC Passavant is hiring a Medical Assistant to support our Heart and Vascular Institute at the McCandless location. This is a patient‑facing role in a fast‑paced specialty environment, ideal for MAs who enjoy working both independently and as part of a large care team.

Why This Role?

• Weekdays only — Monday–Friday daylight
• Specialty practice with meaningful patient interactions
• Opportunity to work at the top of your MA skill set

Responsibilities

• Manage patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations and maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Obtain and process lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Complete necessary forms and schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare and manage patient charts.
• Perform front office tasks as needed.
• Prepare and clean patient rooms and equipment according to protocols.
• Maintain inventory and restock supplies.
• Organize patient flow and assist patients with various needs.
• Collect patient information, take vitals, and perform screenings.
• Relay instructions to patients and families.
• Answer calls and provide patient education.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic lab tests.
• Assist physicians with procedures and document patient information.
• Comply with regulatory requirements (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health) along with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures
• Administer injectable medications and vaccines under supervision.

Note: All competencies must be achieved. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the role.