Medical Assistant

UPMC; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC's University of Pittsburgh Physicians Pulmonary Department in New Castle, PA is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant. The role covers clinical and administrative duties, including rooming patients, scheduling, prior authorizations, and responding to myUPMC messages.

Some travel to Hermitage, PA may be required. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, maintaining infection control, and handling patient records with HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and medical terminology knowledge.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire; Act 34 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, schedule appointments, and assist with clinical and admin tasks.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs per provider guidelines.
• Manage patient information in the medical record and HIPAA compliance.
• Assist with room setup, instrument preparation, and infection control.
• Answer calls and relay information including patient education.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Medical terminology

Patient assistance

Appointment scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

University of Pittsburgh Physicians Pulmonary Department is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join their team in New Castle, PA. This position will work Monday-Friday daylight hours assisting with a mix of clinical and administrative duties including rooming and scheduling patients, completing prior authorizations, and responding to myUPMC messages. This position will also require some travel to another office in Hermitage, PA.

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, EKG's, 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.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
• 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.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
• 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 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran