Medical Assistant- Bedford

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant for Bedford Internal Medicine. This role offers a chance to work in a supportive environment with no evening or weekend shifts, focusing on both front and back office tasks. Ideal candidates will have a passion for patient care and compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring quality service delivery.

Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• Prior Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handling patient medical records and compliance with regulations.
• Performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and assisting with procedures.
• Organizing patient flow and providing patient education.

Skills

Patient Care

HIPAA Compliance

Phlebotomy

EKGs

Infection Control

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Medical Assistant at Bedford Internal Medicine

Are you a Medical Assistant interested in a career with growth opportunities? If you're passionate about patient care and seeking a role with excellent benefits and room for advancement, explore this opportunity today!

UPMC is seeking a Medical Assistant to join Bedford Internal Medicine in Bedford, PA. The hours are Monday through Friday, primarily during daylight, with no evenings, weekends, or holidays required. This role involves both back office and front office duties. Prior Medical Assistant experience is preferred.

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

Responsibilities include:

1. Handling patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
2. Obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referrals, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, managing charts, and other front office tasks.
3. Preparing patient rooms, setting up instruments, maintaining infection control, managing supplies, and cleaning according to protocols.
4. Organizing patient flow, assisting patients with transfers and procedures, collecting information, and relaying instructions.
5. Answering calls and providing patient education.
6. Performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic labs; assisting with procedures and documenting information.
7. Ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies and maintaining confidentiality.
8. Administering injectable medications and vaccines under supervision, when appropriate.