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Medical Assistant - Westmoreland Center for Internal Medicine

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Latrobe, PAFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Latrobe, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPRAct 34

Job overview

UPMC is hiring a Medical Assistant - Westmoreland Center for Internal Medicine. Renaissance Family Practice is hiring a full‑time medical assistant to support the Hampton Outpatient Center in Latrobe, offering a schedule of Monday‑Friday daylight hours, free parking, and a role that includes patient flow coordination, phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic clinical procedures under physician supervision.

Key focus areas include Check schedules and organize patient flow, accompanying patients to exam rooms and assisting with transfers, dressing, and specimen collection, Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and state regulations, and Prepare patient rooms and equipment, clean and maintain infection control standards, and manage inventory of supplies.

Important skills include Basic Computer Skills, Medical Terminology, Examination Responsibilities, Diagnostic Responsibilities, and Treatment Room Responsibilities. Preferred (not required): Epic.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Computer SkillsMedical TerminologyExamination ResponsibilitiesDiagnostic ResponsibilitiesTreatment Room ResponsibilitiesEpic

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentCPRAct 34Previous Medical Assistant Experience

Full job description

Renaissance Family Practice is hiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant to help support Hampton Outpatient Center.

Hours: Monday through Friday, daylight: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Location: Latrobe

Department Details: This is a growing practice with two new providers, with a great location near shopping and restaurants. Free parking provided!

Previous Medical Assistant and Epic experience preferred, but not required.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities:

  • Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history; taking 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, 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 scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.

  • Comply with 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, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into 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 managing charts to ensure information 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)

  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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