Medical Assistant (Tri Rivers Multi-Speciality)

UPMC; Mars (PA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UPMC is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Tri-Rivers Multi Specialty office in Mars, PA. This multi-specialty site includes a growing Rheumatology and Osteoporosis division and offers opportunities for growth within the Medical Assistant career ladder.

Hours are Monday through Friday, primarily daylight hours with no evenings, weekends, or holidays. The role involves back-office responsibilities and occasional staffing at the Cramberry and Slippery Rock offices; free parking is provided at

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, schedule appointments, verify insurance, and manage patient charts.
• Prepare patient rooms and equipment, maintain infection control, and manage supplies.
• Check schedules and organize patient flow, accompany patients to rooms, assist with walking and transfers, collect patient information and vitals.
• Answer calls and provide patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs; assist physicians with procedures and document in medical records.
• Comply with OSHA/CLIA/PA Department of Health and UP...Health System policies; administer injections/vaccines under supervision.

Descripción del empleo

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.

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)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran