Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington Lakeside Primary Care

Lensa; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Medical Assistant in a thriving primary care practice. You will be essential in providing patient-centered care, assisting with various clinical tasks, and ensuring a smooth patient flow. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a dedication to patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience with giving injections is preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
• Escort patients and assist with various tasks.
• Perform screenings and relay instructions to patients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Empathy

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a Medical Assistant program

Job description

Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington Lakeside Primary Care

Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington Lakeside Primary Care

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We are a well-established primary care practice seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to support our mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered care. If you're organized, empathetic, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

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.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a Medical Assistant program either through a school or on the job training. Experience with giving injections.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8 am to 4:30 pm, Friday 7:30 to 3 pm (once trained will be put in a rotation for a late night until 5:30 to 6pm based on the provider schedule)

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent hospital program, or a minimum of one year of direct patient care experience is preferred.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, And Clearances

• BLS required within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• 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

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

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