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_**Support Healing, One Patient at a Time**_

_Our Wound and Skin Healing Center is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our specialized care team. In this vital role, you’ll assist in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients with complex wounds and skin conditions. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment focused on promoting healing, comfort, and improved quality of life for every patient._

Responsibilities:

+ Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.

+ Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.

+ Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.

+ Relay instructions to patients and families with clarity and compassion.

+ Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.

+ Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.

+ Clean exam/procedure rooms and equipment between visits to maintain infection control and perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.

+ Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, along with clinic procedures as per policy.

+ Answer calls, providing pertinent information and patient education as directed.

+ Administer injectable medications and vaccines under the supervision of a physician.

Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a Medical Assistant degree or an on the job training Medical Assistant program. Strong computer skills are needed!

Schedule: Monday-Friday. 7:15am-3:45am, 7:30am-4pm, 8am-4:30pm, & 8:30am-5:00pm.

+ High school diploma or equivalent is required.

+ Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent hospital program, or a minimum of one year of direct patient care experience is preferred.

+ 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 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran