• Medical Assistant - Primary Care West

    UPMC Senior Communities • Erie, PA 16505

    Job #2800375845

  • UPMC invites you to apply for the position of Medical Assistant! This full-time role features daytime hours and may involve occasional travel. We are seeking a dedicated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels in collaborative team settings. Apply today to join a great team and receive a robust Totals Reward package!!

    Responsibilities:
    • Patient flow management involves checking schedules and organizing patient flow, accompanying patients to exam and procedure rooms while assisting with walking, transfers, and dressing as needed.
    • Patient preparation includes collecting patient information and medical history, taking vitals, and performing screenings per provider guidelines to ensure readiness for exams.
    • Infection control requires preparing and cleaning exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain strict infection control protocols.
    • Medical records compliance entails sending and receiving patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and proper documentation.
    • Clinical procedures involve performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, assisting physicians with procedures, and accurately documenting patient information in medical records.
    • Front office coordination includes answering calls, providing patient education, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and managing patient charts to ensure complete and accurate filing.
    • Inventory management consists of overseeing the inventory of medical supplies and restocking exam and procedure rooms as needed, while maintaining appropriate records for compliance.
    • Medication administration, under physician supervision, involves administering injectable medications and vaccines, adhering to all relevant policies and regulatory agency requirements, such as OSHA and CLIA.
    Qualifications:

    Required:
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
    Preferred:
    • Medical Assistant experience
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

    CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

    Act 31 Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire or transfer

    • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
    • 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

  • You Can Also Try Searching