What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant I - BMA Bellwood position at UPMC?
Description
Blair Medical Associates is currently seeking a Medical Assistant who will split their time between our Bellwood and Tyrone offices! Shifts will be Monday - Friday.
Fantastic benefits and an awesome work environment are just a few of the perks!
We are currently offering a $500 SIGN ON BONUS in exchange for a 1 year employement committment! Apply today to join our team!
Responsibilities:
- Checks schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompanies patients to exam/procedure room. Assists patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collects patient information/history; takes vitals, performs screenings per provider guidelines. Relays instructions to patients/families.
- Sends/receives patient medical records in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
- Prepares patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. Cleans exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control. Cleans according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records.
- Manages inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
- Complies with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). Maintains strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data. Complies with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
- Performs phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Performs clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assists physicians with procedures. Documents patient information into the medical record.
- Answers calls and provides pertinent information including patient education as directed.
- Obtains lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Completes forms/requisitions as needed. Schedules appointments.
- Verifies insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepares and manages charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
- Other front office responsibilities, as required.
Qualifications
- High School Degree or equivalent is required.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Secretarial School preferred.
- Minimum of six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Basic Computer Knowledge and experience.
- Medical Terminology; Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; Must have the ability to effectively communicate information to patients and physicians in one-on-one situations.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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