Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience OR Enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation OR Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field.
• Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class or basic information system training.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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Nice To Haves

• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, and ambulating patients under RN supervision.
• Perform point-of-care testing including vital signs, blood glucose, weights, urine specimen collection, restraint placement & removal, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs), and Foley care.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by performing safety checks, organizing patient rooms, and managing equipment.
• Changing bed linens, ensuring the hallways are clear of equipment/returning equipment, and keeping the unit tidy.
• Acquire, distribute, and manage supplies and equipment.
• Handle ordering, stocking, and setup of patient care items.
• Provide feedback to RN, communicate effectively with healthcare team members, and maintain professional relationships.
• Contribute to unit activities, such as responding to call lights and transporting patients.
• Document patient information accurately and complete clerical tasks.
• Adhere to safety policies, standard precautions, and procedures for bloodborne pathogens.
• Delivers patient nourishments, fills water pitchers, and distributes patient mail.
• Receive and act on feedback, identify learning needs, and participate in self-review.
• Suggest and support departmental changes and improvements.
• Strictly adheres to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital-related information.
• Respond to emergent situations as needed and provide one-on-one supervision and companionship to patients.