Medical Assistant, Casual

UPMC; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Casual Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team in Chambersburg. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care while enjoying a flexible schedule. As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting patients with various needs, performing essential medical tasks, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. With no weekends or holidays, this position allows for a balanced work-life experience. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Flexibility in schedule is essential due to varying hours.
• Experience in patient care and medical procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with various needs and maintain patient flow.
• Perform medical tasks including vitals, screenings, and phlebotomy.
• Manage patient records and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

EKG

Infection Control

HIPAA Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Medical Equipment

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Join our team of Life Changers!

UPMC is hiring a Casual, Medical Assistant for various levels of experience to support the office in Chambersburg.

Must have flexibility with schedule as hours will vary to meet the needs of the office. This is NOT a full-time position.

Hours will vary for this position but will be between Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30pm.

No holidays or weekends!

Travel is required 25% of the time to two other locations. Manager will discuss further during interview.

The salary for this position is between $18.12-$27.76/hour.

Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
• Collect patient information/history; take vitals, perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
• Prepare and clean patient, exam, and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
• Manage inventory of supplies; restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• 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.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• Complete forms/requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments.
• Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is 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.