What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington, Orthopedic Office position at UPMC?
**In our bustling Orthopedic 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:
· This position will work in the front office & the back office, after receiving their ASPMA (foot x-ray certification).
· Prefer an applicant with experience with authorizations/ICD-10/CPT.
· Prefer an applicant with experience using durable medical equipment.
· 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.
Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a Medical Assistant degree or an on the job training Medical Assistant program is preferred, or other hands on patient care experience (CNA, EMT etc.)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, shifts include 7AM-3:30PM, 7:30AM-4PM, & 8AM-4:30PM.
Location: Washington, Waynesburg, and Cecil, PA Offices. Must be able to travel to all three offices as needed.