Medical Assistant (Heart & Vascular Institute) at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Flow, Vitals Collection, Specimen Collection, HIPAA Compliance, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Phlebotomy, EKGs, Level One Labs, Injectable Medication Administration, Vaccine Administration, Insurance Verification, Medical Terminology, BLS/CPR, Patient Education, Procedure Assistance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Join Our Community! ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant to support our Heart and Vascular Institute at the McCandless location. Shift Details: Monday - Friday 7:30 - 4pm Travel required approximately 25%25 Shifts will be further discussed during the interview 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. Document patient information into the medical record. Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate. Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations. Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. Assist physicians with procedures. Other front office responsibilities, as required. 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: Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include managing patient flow, assisting patients with mobility and preparation for exams, collecting patient history and vitals, and performing basic clinical tasks like phlebotomy and EKGs. The role also involves maintaining room cleanliness, managing supplies, documenting information, and assisting physicians with procedures.