Medical Assistant (Tri Rivers Multi-Speciality)

UPMC•Mars, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Tri-Rivers Multi-Speciality office in Mars, Pennsylvania. The multi-specialty office has a growing Rheumatology and Osteoporosis division. The role is responsible for back-office duties and may require occasional travel to the Cramberry and Slippery Rock offices to meet staffing needs. Applicants are placed in the appropriate Medical Assistant Career Ladder title and salary based on their experience and education. Free parking is available at all locations. The position works Monday through Friday, primarily during daylight hours. Evenings, weekends, and holidays are not required. The Medical Assistant supports patient care and clinic operations, including patient records and scheduling, room preparation and infection control, patient intake and flow, clinical procedures, documentation, and assisting physicians. Under physician direction and supervision, the role may administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities.
CPR meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills-demonstration components, required within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting clearance, with renewal.
Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
Act 73 FBI Clearance, with renewal.

Nice To Haves

Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.
Obtain lab and X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, and other records; complete forms and requisitions as needed.
Schedule appointments, verify insurance coverage and patient demographics, and prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
Perform other front-office responsibilities as required.
Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
Clean exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; follow scheduled maintenance procedures and keep appropriate records.
Manage supply inventory and restock exam and procedure rooms.
Review schedules and organize patient flow; accompany patients to exam or procedure rooms and assist 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.
Relay instructions to patients and families.
Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education as directed.
Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level-one labs; perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure; and assist physicians with procedures.
Document patient information in the medical record.
Comply with requirements of regulatory agencies, including OSHA, CLIA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and other data and comply with UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.