Medical Assistant- ENT, Hermitage - UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center : Job Details

Job Description: UPMC Horizon ENT is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant. This is a Monday-Friday, daylight position with Friday afternoons, weekends, and major Holidays off. \n Responsibilities:\n\nCheck schedules and organize patient flow. Accompany 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.\nSend/receive patient medical records per the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.\nPrepare 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 the scheduled maintenance program and keep appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.\nComply with the requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). Maintain strict confidentiality regarding medical records and other data. Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.\nPerform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs. Follow clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information in the medical record.\nAnswering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.\nObtain 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.\nUnder the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.\n 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\n\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\nAct 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal\nAct 33 with renewal\nAct 34 with renewal\nAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal\n\n UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran