Medical Assistant - Surgery Optim Clinic

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Harrisburg seeks a Medical Assistant for their Surgery Optimization Clinic. This role involves assisting physicians with patient care, maintaining patient records, and ensuring a high standard of service in a supportive environment. You will work part-time with a competitive salary and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care and maintain patient satisfaction.
• Collect patient history, take vitals, and relay instructions to patients/families.
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.

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

Certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA)

Job description

Medical Assistant - Surgery Optim Clinic

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Are you looking for a slower paced work environment? The Surgery Optimization Clinic is looking for a new Medical Assistant to join their supportive and close-knit team. Apply today!

This position will be expected to travel Mechanicsburg and Carlisle on a weekly and monthly basis. Reliable transportation is must.

Schedule: Two days a week anywhere from 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 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 $750.00 sign on bonus as well.

Apply today to find out where your career can take you!

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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