Medical Assistant- HVI, Washington, PA

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Washington, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Vascular Surgery team. The role includes back and front office duties, standard daytime hours, and no evenings or weekends. The position emphasizes patient care and adherence to all relevant policies.

High school diploma is required, and prior MA experience is preferred. Duties include vitals, phlebotomy, EKGs, charting, scheduling, and HIPAA compliance, with room preparation and patient education as core responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Licensure and clearances as listed in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Manage front and back office duties and patient flow.
• Collect vitals and patient history; assist with examinations.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic labs.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain infection control.
• Document patient information in medical records.
• Schedule appointments and verify insurance coverage.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Patient care

Phlebotomy

EKG

Education

High school diploma

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 the Vascular Surgery team in Washington, PA.

Hours for this position will be Monday through Friday, primarily daylight hours. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required! This position will be responsible for back office and front office duties. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred!

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 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran