Medical Assistant (Part Time, Evenings)

UPMC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC seeks a Part Time Medical Assistant for their after-hours clinic at the Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry, PA. The role involves both front and back office duties, with an emphasis on patient care, office management, and compliance with health regulations. Applicants should be passionate about patient care and have the opportunity for growth within a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and EKG's.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA.
• Prepare patient rooms and assist patients with various needs.
• Perform clinic procedures and document patient information.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Infection control

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 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is hiring a Part Time Medical Assistant to join their after-hours clinic at the Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry, PA.

Hours for this position will be Monday through Friday from 4:30pm to 9pm. This position will be responsible for back office and front office duties. 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.