Medical Assistant- Family Medicine, N. Main
UPMC
- Location
- Onsite (Washington, Pennsylvania)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
UPMC is a world-renowned nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care. This role involves supporting a Family Medicine team by managing patient flow, collecting vitals, and assisting with clinical procedures in a supportive environment.
Skills
Full job details
**Join Our Family Medicine Office!** Ready for an exciting adventure in healthcare? In our practice, you’ll build meaningful relationships with patients of all ages, collaborate with our enthusiastic team of providers, and thrive in a supportive, family-like atmosphere! If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients lives, **apply today!**
Responsibilities:
- Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
- Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
- Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
- Relay instructions to patients and families with clarity and compassion.
- Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
- Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.
- Clean exam/procedure rooms and equipment between visits to maintain infection control, and perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.
- Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, along with clinic procedures as per policy.
- Answer calls, providing pertinent information and patient education as directed.
- Administer injectable medications and vaccines under the supervision of a physician.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8AM-4:30PM and Friday, 7:30AM-4PM
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
- Prior Medical Assistant experience is highly preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran