Medical Assistant

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC University of Pittsburgh Physician is hiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant to support Neurology Administration at 3471 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh. Hours are Mon–Fri, 8am–4:30pm, with no weekends, holidays, travel or on-call.

The role includes front-office and clinical tasks to ensure patient satisfaction and smooth clinic flow. Responsibilities include handling records, scheduling, phlebotomy, EKGs, authorizations, vitals, and assisting physicians with procedures, while maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS/BLS certification preferred.
• Act 34 clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care and clerical tasks.
• Send/receive patient records in compliance with HIPAA.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports and schedule appointments.
• Prepare patient rooms and maintain infection control.
• Assist patients with walking, vitals, and history intake.
• Document information in the medical record and EDV systems.
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, PA DOH regulations and confidentiality.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vaccinations

HIPAA compliance

Medical terminology

Customer service

Infection control

Data entry

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

UPMC University of Pittsburgh Physician ishiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant to help support Neurology Administration.

Hours: Monday-Friday from 8am-430p no weekends, holiday, travel or on-call

Location: 3471 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh

Purpose:
Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities:

• 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.
  


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)


• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)


• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran