Medical Assistant - NeuroSciences Institute

UPMC; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is actively seeking a Medical Assistant for their NeuroSciences Institute in Mechanicsburg, PA. This position entails clinical and administrative responsibilities, focusing on supporting neurology providers and ensuring patient satisfaction. With a work schedule from Monday to Friday, the role offers a competitive hourly salary alongside a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum one year of patient care experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with walking, transfers, and collecting specimens.
• Relay instructions to patients/families and maintain patient records.
• Comply with HIPAA and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program

Job description

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The NeuroSciences Institute is looking for a Medical Assistant to support their general Neurology providers. This medical assistant will cover both medical assistant clinical responsibilities (vitals, rooming patients, etc.) and administrative duties (paperwork, authorizations, etc.)

This position may be expected to travel to Carlisle and Harrisburg for coverage purposes.

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., no weekends or holidays.

The salary range for this position is $18.12 - $27.76 based on experience.

This position qualifies for a $1500.00 sign on bonus as well.

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The Medical Assistant will assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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.
• Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
• Schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• 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.
• Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Check schedules and organizing patient flow.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Assist physicians with procedures.
• 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.
• Other front office responsibilities, as required.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Medical Assistant

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
  
  

Medical Assistant, Senior

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT)
• OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA)
• OR at least 1 year of patient care experience required.
• Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
  
  

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

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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