A Temporary Medical Assistant is needed to work at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Upper St. Clair! This position will be Temporary, with Full-Time hours Monday - Friday, from 7:30am - 4:00pm. No weekends or traveling required!
Qualified candidates will be responsible for vitals, rooming patients, ensuring patients are properly identified and receive an arm band, obtaining health history on patients, triage and calling patients as needed, supporting and assisting physicians as needed, etc. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred! Recent Medical Assistant graduates/externs are welcome to apply as well!
Purpose: - Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities: Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Successful completion of Medical Assistant program preferred or equivalent hospital program or minimum of one year of direct patient care experience.
- Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: * Act 34 Criminal Clearance or Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal
- Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Salary Range: $0 to $0
Union Position: No
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Job Description Job Title: Medical Assistant - Temporary
Job ID: 666422
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Shift: Day Job
Facility: UPMC Cancer Centers
Department: MO Drake Road
Location: 2000 Oxford Drive, Bethel Park PA 15102
Description A Temporary Medical Assistant is needed to work at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Upper St. Clair! This position will be Temporary, with Full-Time hours Monday - Friday, from 7:30am - 4:00pm. No weekends or traveling required!
Qualified candidates will be responsible for vitals, rooming patients, ensuring patients are properly identified and receive an arm band, obtaining health history on patients, triage and calling patients as needed, supporting and assisting physicians as needed, etc. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred! Recent Medical Assistant graduates/externs are welcome to apply as well!
Purpose: - Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities: Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Successful completion of Medical Assistant program preferred or equivalent hospital program or minimum of one year of direct patient care experience.
- Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: * Act 34 Criminal Clearance or Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal
- Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Salary Range: $0 to $0
Union Position: No
At UPMC, our shared goal is to create a cohesive, positive, experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community. If you too are driven by these values, you may be a great fit at UPMC! QUALITY & SAFETY
DIGNITY & RESPECT
CARING & LISTENING
RESPONSIBILITY & INTEGRITY
EXCELLENCE & INNOVATION
UPMC provides a total rewards package that can help you achieve the goals you have for your career and your personal life. Whether you want to learn a new skill through a training course, reach personal health and wellness targets, become more involved in your community, or follow a career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful, UPMC can help you get to where you want to be.
Now more than ever, YOU can help us shape our communities and UPMC into a better place for everyone to work, study, play, and thrive.
