Medical Assistant, Somerset Health Services (flex full time)

UPMC; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Somerset Health Services is seeking a flex-full time Medical Assistant to support their Cardiology department. The role runs 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

You will assist with patient flow, vital signs, phlebotomy, and basic clinic procedures under physician supervision. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fundamental computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience with phlebotomy, EKGs, and clinical procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow, accompany patients to exam rooms.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level-one labs under supervision.
• Prepare patient rooms and equipment; maintain infection control and inventory.
• Verify insurance and schedule appointments; manage patient charts.
• Send/receive medical records and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Answer calls and provide patient education as directed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

EKG procedures

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UPMC Somerset Health Services is looking for a flex-full time Medical Assistant to join their dedicated team supporting their Cardiology department. This is a flex-full time position, working 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. UPMC offers a generous benefits package, an expansive total rewards package, opportunity to grow your career and much more.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• 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.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
• 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

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran