Medical Assistant

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for their Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center in Pittsburgh. In this role, you will assist providers with patient care, manage patient records, and ensure compliance with health regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be proficient in medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• CPR certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in phlebotomy and patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, schedule appointments, and verify insurance coverage.
• Prepare patient rooms and assist patients with walking and other needs.
• Perform phlebotomy and document patient information in records.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join their team in Oakland, PA. In this position, you will work Monday-Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm assisting providers with patient care.

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.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 34
  
  

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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