Medical Assistant, Senior

UPMC•Hummelstown, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team of Life Changers! 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%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.