Medical Assistant-Pulmonary at UPMC

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 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, Patient Education, Chart Management, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, Time Management, Teamwork, Basic Computer Skills, Vital Signs, Specimen Collection, Scheduling

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 Harrisburg. Candidates with prior healthcare experience will be given priority. Hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. No holidays or weekends! Travel is required 25%25 of the time. Manager will discuss further during interview. 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 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will check schedules, organize patient flow, and assist patients with various needs. Responsibilities also include collecting patient information, preparing exam rooms, and managing inventory of supplies.