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UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Medical Assistant for various levels of experience to support the primary office in Harrisburg.

Position will require some travel to Enola and Carlise offices as needed.

This position would be working in an Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic.

Primary hours for this position are weekdays 9:30am-8pm, and 8:00am-5pm on two Saturday's a month

Possibility of 4 - 10 hours days - shift details discussed further during interview.

The salary for this position is between $18.12-$27.76/hour.

Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements.

This position qualifies for a $1500.00 sign-on bonus with 1-year work commitment!

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.

+ 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, EKGs, 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.

+ 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.

+ 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.

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)

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran