Medical Assistant (Tri Rivers Multi-Speciality)

UPMC; Mars (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

UPMC's Tri-Rivers Multi Speciality office in Mars, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support back-office functions in a growing Rheumatology and Osteoporosis division.

Hours are Monday through Friday daylight hours with no evenings or weekends; some travel to Cranberry and Slippery Rock locations for staffing needs may be required. Prior MA experience is preferred, and free parking is available at all sites.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient records per HIPAA and regulations.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referrals, schedule appointments, verify insurance, prepare and manage charts.
• Prepare patient rooms, maintain infection control, manage inventory of supplies.
• Assist patients with movement, collect vitals, support exam flow.
• Answer calls and provide patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic clinic procedures; document in medical records.
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, PA DoH; maintain confidentiality of medical records.
• Administer injectable medications and vaccines under physician supervision.

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 Tri-Rivers Multi Speciality office in Mars, PA! This is a multi-specialty office with a growing Rheumatology and Osteoporosis division.

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 duties and will require travel to the Cramberry and Slippery Rock offices on occasion for staffing needs. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred! Free parking available at all locations.

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.