Medical Assistant-Women's Health at UPMC

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

28.39

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

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

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. Individuals with Epic or direct patient care 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 to offices in West Shore and Mechanicsburg. The salary for this position is between $18.12-$28.39/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 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. They will also collect patient information, manage inventory, and perform clinical procedures under physician supervision.