Medical Assistant

UPMC Vision Institute is hiring a Medical Assistant to support our team at 1622 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. This position works daylight hours Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM, with shift start times varying based on clinic schedules. The Medical Assistant will play an important role in providing high-quality patient care by assisting physicians with intravitreal injections, minor procedures, and laser treatments, while also supporting clinic operations through medication inventory management, chart documentation, instrument sterilization, and preparation of exam and procedure rooms. Additional responsibilities include assisting with direct patient care and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure an efficient and positive patient experience. Occasional travel (approximately 5% to other UPMC Vision Institute locations may be required based on staffing needs. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced ophthalmology environment.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities:

• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran