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UPMC Medical Assistant in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Join our team of Life Changers!

UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Medical Assistant for various levels of experience to support the office in Chambersburg.

This is a small office that serves up to 5 providers daily.

Looking to add someone to this close-knit team that has a passion for serving patients. Must enjoy working as part of a team as teamwork is very important in this office. Medical Assistant's at this office are cross trained for both front and back duties to ensure that patients are served in a timely manner.

Willing to train the right person!

Hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

No holidays or weekends!

The salary range for this position is between $17.38-$27.36/hour.

Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements.

Excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today!

This position qualifies for a $1500.00 sign-on bonus with 1-year work commitment!

Responsibilities:

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

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

  • Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.

  • Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs.

  • Document patient information into the medical record.

  • 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.

Medical Assistant:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.

  • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Medical Assistant, Senior:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.

  • Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT)

  • OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT or NHA)

  • OR at least 1-year prior patient care experience required.

  • Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks

  • 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.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting

  • Act 33

  • Act 34

  • Act 73 FBI Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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