Medical Assistant, Senior - UPMC Lancaster Family Practice

UPMC•Lancaster, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Senior Medical Assistant to support the UPMC Lancaster Family Practice team in Lancaster. The job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements. The schedule is Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday is off. There are no weekends or holidays. The role may require travel of up to 25% to assist other primary care offices within a 30-mile radius; the manager will discuss travel during the interview process. The Senior Medical Assistant supports patient care and clinic operations, including patient intake, clinical procedures, records, scheduling, and front-office tasks. Under the direction and supervision of a physician, the employee may administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate. This position offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment. UPMC also mentions free parking, opportunities for growth, excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and a friendly team.

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.
Responsibility and 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 didactic and skills-demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting clearance.
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 exam preparation 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, exam, and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits to maintain infection control.
Manage supply inventory and restock exam 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 labs.
Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education as directed.
Obtain lab and X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, and related records.
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 physician direction and supervision, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.