Medical Assistant - UPMC Hamot Foot and Ankle Center

Pinnacle Health Systems•Erie, PA

51d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Hamot's Foot and Ankle Center is seeking a skilled and motivated Medical Assistant to support our busy specialty practice. This role includes traveling to other office locations approximately 30-40% of the time, offering a dynamic and varied work experience. Prior experience with casting, wound care, and in-office procedures is preferred, as these skills help support our providers and enhance patient care. If you're looking to grow your clinical expertise in a supportive and fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply. This full-time position will work Monday through Friday with shifts scheduled between the hours of 6:45am and 4:30pm with the opportunity to flex in and out time on non-clinic days. Other work locations may include: Primary Care Partners-7287 WEST RIDEGE RD FAIRVIEW, PA 16415 Vineyard Primary Care- 2060 N PEARL ST NORTH EAST, PA 16428 Heritage Primary Care- 991 RT 19 WATERFORD, PA 16441 Lakeshore Family Practice- 5241 BUFFALO RD ERIE, PA 16510 NW Orthopedics- 44 CIRCLE ST FRANKLIN, PA 16323 Warren Outpatient Center- 1885 MARKET ST WARREN, PA 16365 Meadville Outpatient Center- 16039 CONNEAUT LAKE RD, SUITE 106 MEADVILLE, PA 16415 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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Nice To Haves

Prior experience with casting, wound care, and in-office procedures is preferred, as these skills help support our providers and enhance patient care.

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.