Medical Assistant-Cardiovascular at UPMC

Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

27.76

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Medical Terminology, Phlebotomy, EKG, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Education, Chart Management, Scheduling, Communication, Teamwork, Basic Computer Skills, Vital Signs, Specimen Collection, Injectable Medication Administration

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Join our team of Life Changers! UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Medical Assistant for various levels of experience to support the office in Carlisle. This is a great position for someone fresh out of Medical Assistant training or someone that has previous direct patient care experience and looking to grow into that next level. This is a very friendly where the Medical Assistants work well together and love serving their patients! Hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. No holidays or weekends! Travel will be required 25%25 of the time to assist with coverage at offices in Chambersburg and Mechanicsburg. Manager will discuss further during interview. The salary for this position is between $18.12-$27.76/hour. Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements. Excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today! This position qualifies for a $1500.00 sign-on bonus with 1-year work commitment! Responsibilities: Check schedules and organizing patient flow. 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. Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations. Prepare and clean patient, exam, and procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms. Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). 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. 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. 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. Medical Assistant: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities. Medical Assistant, Senior: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT or NHA) OR at least 1-year prior patient care experience required. Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities. 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) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will check schedules, organize patient flow, assist patients with various needs, and manage patient information. They will also prepare exam rooms, perform clinical procedures, and ensure compliance with health regulations.