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UPMC Medical Assistant - UPMC Northwest Vascular and Wound Clinics in Seneca, Pennsylvania
UPMC's Northwest Wound Clinic and Northwest Vascular Clinic are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join their team full-time. This position requires working Monday through Friday on day shift, with travel between both clinics. Clinical experience is preferred but not required, and candidates will assist with a variety of clinical and administrative tasks, including performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and assisting with procedures. If you are committed to providing excellent patient care, have strong organizational skills, and are ready to work in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities:
Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
Preferred:
Clinical experience
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran