Medical Assistant- Family Medicine, N. Main (Full-Time)

UPMC•Washington, PA

About The Position

Join a Family Medicine practice where you will build relationships with patients of all ages and collaborate with a team of providers in a supportive, family-like atmosphere. The Medical Assistant supports patient care and clinic operations by preparing patients and rooms, performing clinical tasks and procedures, communicating with patients and families, and maintaining records and infection-control practices. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, and Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Prior Medical Assistant experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
Escort patients to exam and procedure rooms and 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 to maintain infection control; perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.
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.