• Medical Assistant - Family Medicine N. Main

    UPMC (Washington, PA)


    Join Our Fun & Team-Based Family Medicine Office!** Ready for an exciting adventure in healthcare? In our bustling practice, you’ll build meaningful relationships with patients of all ages, collaborate with our enthusiastic team of providers, and thrive in a supportive, family-like atmosphere! If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients lives, **apply today!

    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: We prefer a candidate who has completed a Medical Assistant program or an on the job Medical Assistant training program.

     

    Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM or 7:30AM-4PM.

     

    + 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