Medical Assistant

UPMC; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team in Bethel Park. This role is crucial in enhancing patient experiences and providing essential support to healthcare professionals. You'll be involved in various patient care activities, from checking schedules to assisting with procedures, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. The position offers a unique opportunity for career growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and dedicated to patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Wellness Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Free Parking

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Experience in patient care activities and collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Assist patients with walking, transfers, and dressing.
• Document patient information into the medical record.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Computer Skills

Medical Terminology

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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UPMC Community Medicine Incorporated is hiring a part-time Medical Assistant to support Metropolitan Ear Nose and Throat team located at 1300 Oxford Drive Suite G200, Bethel Park, PA 15102. This role will work Wednesday through Friday, 3-day/8-hour shifts.

Travel to UPMC Mercy (1400 Locust Street, Pittsburgh PA) location may be required to assist with team/staffing needs.

UPMC is dedicated to providing each patient with the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Medical Assistants are essential partners in that mission, enhancing the patient experience at UPMC with positivity and integrity. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community! This team offers career growth opportunities using career ladders and free parking/mileage reimbursement!

What Can You Bring to UPMC?

• Contribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine
• Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team
• Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession
  
  

What Can UPMC Do for You?

• A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future
• Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program
• Work life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave
• Competitive pay for the work that you do - base pay, merit, and premium pay
  
  

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities:

• Check schedules and organizing patient flow.
• Accompany patients to exam/procedure room.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
• Collect patient information/history, taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients/families.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance.
• Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
• 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 program and keeping appropriate records.
• Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Assist physicians with procedures.
• Document patient information into the medical record.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• Complete forms/requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
• Other front office responsibilities, as required.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• 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)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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