Medical Assistant - Lighthouse Medical Group

UPMC•Erie, PA

About The Position

UPMC’s Lighthouse Medical Group is seeking a motivated Medical Assistant to join our team in a new primary care office within the UPMC network. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support patient care in a growing practice while working closely with providers and clinical staff in a collaborative environment. A certified Medical Assistant is preferred, but certification is not required for candidates with relevant experience and a passion for patient-centered care. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while helping shape a new practice, we invite you to apply and grow your career with UPMC. This full-time position will work Monday through Friday. No holidays, evenings or weekends are required. Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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Responsibilities

Check schedules and organizing 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/history; taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines.
Relay instructions to patients/families.
Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
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.
Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records.
Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
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 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.
Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
Complete forms/requisitions as needed.
Schedule appointments.
Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
Other front office responsibilities, as required.
Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.