Medical Assistant at UPMC — NeverHard

UPMC Pulmonary and Sleep At UPMC, we are committed to providing Life Changing Medicine through compassionate, patient-centered care. UPMC Pulmonary and Sleep is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our dedicated and collaborative care team. What You'll Do: + Support physicians and clinical staff with direct patient care + Prepare patients for exams and procedures + Perform clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks to support clinic operations + Help ensure a safe, efficient, and positive experience for patients + Contribute to UPMC's standards for quality, safety, and patient satisfaction Schedule: + Monday through Thursday, 7:30am-4:30pm or 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-2:30pm + No weekends or holidays Salary will range from $19.00-$29.15 UPMC offers a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact every day. Responsibilities: + 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. + 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 and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. + Schedule appointments. + Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. + 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. + Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms. + Check schedules and organizing patient flow. + Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed. + Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. + Assist physicians with procedures. + 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. + Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate. + Other front office responsibilities, as required. + Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. 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 of 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. _Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education._ 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