What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington, Cardiovascular Care position at UPMC?
**In our bustling Cardiovascular Care practice, you’ll build meaningful relationships with patients, collaborate with our enthusiastic team of providers, and thrive in a supportive, family-like atmosphere! If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients lives, apply today!**
Responsibilities:
· Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
· Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
· Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
· Relay instructions to patients and families with clarity and compassion.
· Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
· Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.
· Clean exam/procedure rooms and equipment between visits to maintain infection control, and perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.
· Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, along with clinic procedures as per policy.
· Answer calls, providing pertinent information and patient education as directed.
· Administer injectable medications and vaccines under the supervision of a physician.
· This office sees patients that are 18 years of age or older only.
Preferred Qualifications: We prefer a candidate who has completed a Medical Assistant program or an on the job Medical Assistant training program.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM, 7:30AM-4PM, & 8AM-4:30PM.
Travel Requirements: Travel will be required between practice locations in Washington, PA, Waynesburg, PA, California, PA, & McMurray, PA.