Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

UPMC Partners In Health is hiring a Medical Assistant at their Delmont location. This position is mainly Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This person will work 1 evening shift every other week and rotating Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (about 4-5 Saturdays a year).

Responsibilities:

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.

• Accompanied patients to the exam/procedure room.

• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exams, etc.

• Collect patient information/history; take vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines.

• Relay instructions to patients/families.

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

• Prepare patient rooms, and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.

• Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.

• Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.

• Comply with the 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.

• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information in the medical record.

• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.

• 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 manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.

• Other front office responsibilities, as required.

• 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 hireCPR 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)

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• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran