Medical Assistant - Hepatobiliary Surgery (Oakland)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Hepatobiliary Surgery team in Pittsburgh. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with no evenings, weekends, or holidays. Responsibilities include rooming in clinics, ordering supplies, scheduling imaging, acquiring records/imaging, contacting patients by phone, and scanning documents.

Prior MA experience is preferred. Applicants will be placed on the Medical Assistant Career Ladder based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient records in HIPAA compliance.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports and scheduling; verify insurance and demographics.
• Prepare patient rooms and maintain infection control; manage inventory of supplies.
• Assist patients with movement and exams; collect specimens and document information.
• Answer calls and provide patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs and clinic procedures; assist physicians with procedures.

Job description

Are you a Medical Assistant interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today!

UPMC is looking for a Medical Assistant to join their Hepatobiliary Surgery team in Pittsburgh!

Hours for this position will be Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required! This position will be responsible rooming in clinics, ordering supplies, scheduling imaging, acquiring records/imaging, contacting pts via phone and scanning documents. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred!

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

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

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

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran