Medical Assistant - Somerset Surgical Services

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Computer Skills, Detail Oriented, Electrocardiogram, Federal Laws and Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Department, Hospital, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Medical Assistance, Medical Office Administration, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, OSHA, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Patient Education, Phlebotomy, Quality of Care, Radiography, Record Keeping, Regulations, Specimen Collection, State Laws and Regulations, Surgical Procedures, Telephone Skills
LOCATION
PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

UPMC Somerset Surgical Services is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to support our providers and deliver exceptional patient care in a fast-paced surgical practice. In this role, you will assist with both clinical and front-office responsibilities, working directly with patients, physicians, and the care team to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality care. Prior medical assistant experience is preferred, and we invite motivated candidates who are committed to patient-centered care and professional excellence to apply.

This full-time position will work Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm. No holidays, evenings or weekends are required.

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

Responsibilities:

  • Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

About the Company

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University of Pittsburgh Medical Center