Medical Assistant (Physical Medicine and Rehab, Wexford)
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Job overview
UPMC is hiring a Medical Assistant (Physical Medicine and Rehab, Wexford). The Medical Assistant will join the UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Wexford, PA. This full-time position involves both front and back office duties, with required travel to the Lemieux Sports Complex 1-2 days per week. Responsibilities include patient flow management, medical record handling, room preparation, and assisting physicians with procedures.
Key focus areas include Check schedules and organize patient flow, Accompany patients to exam/procedure room, and Assist patients with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, CPR, and Basic Life Support Or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Important skills include Organizing Patient Flow, Collecting Patient Information, Taking Vitals, Performing Screenings, Relaying Instructions To Patients/Families, and Sending/Receiving Patient Medical Records. Preferred (not required): Previous Experience.
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Full job description
UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to join their team in Wexford, PA. This is a Monday through Friday daylight position with travel required to the Lemieux Sports Complex 1-2 days per week. This role is reponsible for both front and back office duties. Previous experience preferred!
Responsibilities:
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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.
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Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
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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.
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Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
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Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
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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.
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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.
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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 hire
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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