Medical Assistant, Senior

Pinnacle Health Systems • Hummelstown, PA

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About The Position

UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Medical Assistant, Senior to support the office in Hummelstown. We are an OB/GYN that provides personalized patient care and innovative practices. This office fosters a collaborative atmosphere where all team members are valued. Hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, 8:15am-4:45pm or 8:30am-5:00pm. No holidays or weekends! 25% of travel is required to support another office. Manager will discuss further during the interview. This position qualifies for a $1500.00 sign-on bonus with 1-year work commitment.

Requirements

• 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 prior 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.

Responsibilities

• Participates with creation and implementation of departmental goals, processes and procedures.
• Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in all practice category specific tasks.
• 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.
• 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.
• Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• 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.
• May provide more individualized patient/family education and supportive counseling as needed.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Document patient information into the medical record.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.

Benefits

• $1500.00 sign-on bonus with 1-year work commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees