Medical Assistant - Flagship Cardiovascular Surgery at UPMC

Erie, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Clinical Documentation, Epic, Phlebotomy, EKG, Medical Terminology, Infection Control, Patient Education, Inventory Management, Regulatory Compliance, Chart Management, Communication, Collaboration, Time Management, Confidentiality, Assisting Physicians

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

UPMC Hamot Flagship Cardiovascular Surgery is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support our high-performing clinical team. This role involves assisting with patient care, managing clinical documentation, and ensuring smooth daily operations in a fast-paced cardiovascular setting. Prior experience and familiarity with Epic are preferred but not required. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. This position will be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. No holidays, evenings or weekends are required. Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience. 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. High school diploma or equivalent is required. 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 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will assist with patient care, manage clinical documentation, and ensure smooth daily operations in a fast-paced cardiovascular setting. Responsibilities include checking schedules, accompanying patients, collecting patient information, and maintaining infection control.