Medical Assistant, Senior - UPMC Family Care Silver Spring

UPMC • Mechanicsburg, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant, Senior to support UPMC Family Care Silver Spring in Mechanicsburg. The role supports patient care and clinic operations in a collaborative, patient-centered practice. The job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career-ladder requirements.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Some evenings may be required to help cover staffing and time-off needs. Weekends and holidays are not required. Travel of up to 25% may be required to assist other primary care offices with staffing needs; this will be discussed during the interview process.

The position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus in exchange for a one-year commitment. The practice describes opportunities for ongoing training, cross-functional learning, professional growth, and a pleasant work environment, along with free on-site parking and excellent benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT), or successful completion of a certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA), or at least one year of patient-care experience.
• Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice-category-specific tasks.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities.
• CPR based on AHA standards, including a didactic and skills demonstration component, is required within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting.
• Act 33 clearance.
• Act 34 clearance.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Assist patients with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and preparation for examinations, as needed.
• Collect patient information and history, take vital signs, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines.
• Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Prepare and clean patient, examination, and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits to maintain infection control.
• Manage supply inventory and restock examination and procedure rooms.
• Comply with requirements of regulatory agencies, including OSHA, CLIA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
• Comply with UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level-one laboratory work.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education, as directed.
• Obtain laboratory and x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, and related materials.
• Complete forms and requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments.
• Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
• Perform other front-office responsibilities as required.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.

Benefits

• $1,500 sign-on bonus for a one-year commitment.
• Excellent benefits.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, cross-functional learning, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED