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UPMC Western Maryland Medical Arts Center is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our Pulmonary, Palliative Care, and Infectious Disease Clinics. This is a multi-specialty clinic environment where team members support all specialties and play an integral role in both front desk operations and hands-on clinical care. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, organized, and comfortable balancing administrative and clinical responsibilities in a collaborative setting. Prior clinical experience or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, and we welcome candidates eager to contribute to high-quality, compassionate care.This full-time flex 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:
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Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room.
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Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
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Collect patient information/history; taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families.
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Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
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Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
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Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
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Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records.
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Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
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Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
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Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
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Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
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Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs.
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Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
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Assist physicians with procedures.
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Document patient information into the medical record.
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Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
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Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
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Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments.
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Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
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Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
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Other front office responsibilities, as required.
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Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
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High school diploma or equivalent is required.
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Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
