Medical Assistant - Stull, Jarvis, & Spinola

UPMC•Bethel Park, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to support the Stull, Jarvis, & Spinola team/office in Bethel Park. The role supports the patient experience and the day-to-day operation of a busy practice, working alongside a collaborative care team to support patients and help ensure efficient, compassionate care. Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with one of two schedules: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. No weekends or holidays are required. Infrequent travel is required to assist the Centre Ave and Halket Street locations in Pittsburgh with staffing and coverage support; the manager will discuss this during the interview process. UPMC notes free parking, opportunities for growth and advancement, excellent benefits, and a pleasant work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities.
CPR based on AHA standards, including both a didactic and skills-demonstration component, is required within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Act 34 clearance with renewal.

Responsibilities

Check schedules and organize patient flow.
Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and preparation for exams.
Collect patient information and history, take vitals, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines.
Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
Prepare and clean patient, exam, and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient 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 laboratory tests.
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 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.