Medical Assistant - Cosmetic, Plastic, & Reconstructive Surgery

UPMC•Erie, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC's Cosmetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery office is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team! This full-time position will work Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm. No holidays, evenings or weekends are required. Prior experience working in a medical office or other patient care experience is preferred. Candidates will be hired into the appropriate level of the career ladder based on their skills, qualifications and experience. Starting rates for a Medical Assistant being at $18.59/hour. Medical Assistant Senior rates begin at $18.79/hour. Medical Assistant Expert rates being at $18.99/hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
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Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a medical office or other patient care experience is preferred.

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.