Medical Assistant - Arlington Orthopedics West

Do you have healthcare experience providing exceptional patient care, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment that provides opportunities to grow and learn? UPMC is hiring a Full‑Time, Medical Assistant to support the UPMC Arlington Ortho‑West. The position is located at 1830 Good Hope Road, Enola PA. Travel to other Central PA locations is required 75% of the time. Those with healthcare experience will be given priority over those without experience.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday (shifts between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm). No holidays or weekends. Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements.

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.
• Collect patient information and history; take vitals, perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance.
• Maintain privacy and security in compliance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
• Prepare and clean patient, exam, and procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
• Manage inventory of supplies; restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Obtain lab/x‑ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• Complete forms/requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments.
• Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is 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.

• 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.

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)
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran