Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington - Behavioral Health

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a passionate Medical Assistant to join their behavioral health team. This role involves ensuring smooth patient care operations, assisting with examinations, and supporting emotional well-being through compassionate interaction. A completion of a Medical Assistant program and experience in behavioral health will be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or on the job training.
• Knowledge of insurance and billing.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
• Escort patients and assist with exams and procedures.
• Collect patient information and perform screenings.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Infection Control

Compassion

Phlebotomy

Education

Completion of a Medical Assistant program

Job description

**Join Our Compassionate Team in Behavioral Health Care!**

Are you a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? Our behavioral health practice is seeking a motivated individual to join our team and support our mission of providing compassionate, patient-centered care. This is a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills contribute directly to the mental and emotional well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
• Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
• Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients and families with clarity and compassion.
• Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.
• Clean exam/procedure rooms and equipment between visits to maintain infection control and perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, along with clinic procedures as per policy.
• Answer calls, providing pertinent information and patient education as directed.
• Administer injectable medications and vaccines under the supervision of a physician.
• This position will cover the front office and the back office duties.

Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a Medical Assistant program or on the job training as a Medical Assistant. Insurance and billing knowledge. If possible, behavioral health experience.

Schedule:Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM. Located at the Washington, PA office!