Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington - Orthopedic Care

Orthopedic Practice Opportunity

In our bustling Orthopedic practice, you'll build meaningful relationships with patients, 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:

• This position will work in the front office & the back office, after receiving their ASPMA (foot x-ray certification).
• Prefer an applicant with experience with authorizations/ICD-10/CPT.
• Prefer an applicant with experience using durable medical equipment.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of a Medical Assistant degree or an on the job training Medical Assistant program.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, shifts include 7AM-3:30PM, 7:30AM-4PM, & 8AM-4:30PM.

Location: Washington, Waynesburg, and Cecil, PA Offices. Must be able to travel to all three offices as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent hospital program, or a minimum of one year of direct patient care experience is preferred.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• BLS required within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
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• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran