Job Description Job Title: Medical Assistant - Temporary
Job ID: 648956
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm
Shift: Day Job
Facility: University of Pittsburgh Physicians
Department: WCA EAST GROUP
Location: 125 Dougherty Dr, Monroeville PA 15146
Description A Temporary Medical Assistant is needed to work with the Womancare Associates East Group in Monroeville and Lower Burrel! This position will be Temporary; full-time hours, Monday - Friday from either 7:30am - 4:00pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm; no weekends required! Commuting/traveling between offices as needed will be required!
Qualified candidates will be responsible for rooming patients, vitals, heights/weights, entry of documentation into Epicare clinical system, 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
