Medical Assistant-Cardiovascular Care (Full-Time)

UPMC•Washington, PA

11d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant works in a Cardiovascular Care practice, supporting providers and caring for adult patients age 18 and older. The role includes coordinating patient flow, assisting patients with mobility and exam preparation, collecting health information and vital signs, performing screenings and clinic procedures, and communicating instructions to patients and families. The position also supports room preparation and infection control, medical record handling, calls, and medication and vaccine administration under physician supervision. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Travel is required between practice locations in Washington, Waynesburg, California, and McMurray, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities.
CPR certification based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting, with renewal.
Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
Act 73 FBI Clearance, with renewal.
Willingness to travel between practice locations in Washington, Waynesburg, California, and McMurray, Pennsylvania.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a medical assistant program, on-the-job medical assistant training program, or other hands-on patient care experience such as CNA or EMT experience.

Responsibilities

Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
Escort patients to exam and procedure rooms; assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
Collect patient information and history, take vital signs, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines.
Relay instructions to patients and families clearly and compassionately.
Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.
Clean exam and procedure rooms and equipment between visits; perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping to maintain infection control.
Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, level one labs, and clinic procedures according to policy.
Answer calls and provide pertinent information and patient education as directed.
Administer injectable medications and vaccines under physician supervision.