Medical Assistant Trainee

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Spring Grove, PA

125d • $18 - $18

About The Position

UPMC in Central Pa is seeking motivated and enthusiastic candidates for our accelerated, full-time Medical Assistant Trainee Program! Through this paid training program, selected candidates will enroll in a UPMC-paid Medical Assistant course. The program includes weekly clinical rotations, didactic skills modules, cost-free MA certification exam, and an externship placement at a UPMC Central PA outpatient clinic. In exchange for enrollment in the Medical Assistant Trainee Program, selected candidates must agree to the following: A commitment to a 40-hour/work week and class schedule for 4-5 months. Classwork will be required additionally outside of these 40 hours. Mandatory attendance. A set hourly pay rate of $18.00/hour. A commitment to remain employed at UPMC in Central PA- Health Services Division as a Full-Time Medical Assistant for a minimum of 18 months, beginning at the time of enrollment in the trainee program. If chosen for this position you will be working at Spring Grove Family Care - 2030 Thistle Hill Drive, Spring Grove, PA following graduation of the program.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent.
• Current enrollment in a Medical Assistant training program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance, Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other state and federal regulations.
• Obtain lab and x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• Complete forms and requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
• Perform 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.
• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Accompany patients to exam/procedure room.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
• Collect patient information and history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients and families.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Assist physicians with procedures.
• Document patient information into the medical record.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid training program.
• Cost-free MA certification exam.
• Externship placement at a UPMC Central PA outpatient clinic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED