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UPMC's Elite Orthopaedics office is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support a fast-paced, patient-focused clinical team. This role plays a key part in delivering high-quality orthopedic care by assisting with clinical procedures, patient flow, and front office responsibilities. One year of medical assistant or patient care experience is preferred, along with a strong commitment to teamwork, accuracy, and compassionate service. If you are looking to grow your healthcare career within a respected health system, we invite you to apply.

This full-time position will work Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. No holidays, evenings or weekends are required. Occasional travel to other locations in Bedford and Edensburg may be required up to 25% of the time.

_Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience._

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.

+ Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records.

+ 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, EKG's, 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.

+ Schedule appointments.

+ 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.

+ High school diploma or equivalent is required.

+ 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)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran