Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington, Pediatrics Office

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.
• Must be able to administer injectable medications and vaccines under the supervision of a physician.
• Prefer a candidate who has completed a Medical Assistant Program.

Schedule : Monday - Friday, shifts include : 7AM-3 : 30PM, 7 : 30AM-4PM, 8AM-4 : 30PM, 8 : 30AM-5PM, and 9AM-5 : 30PM, 9 : 30AM-6 : 30PM.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent hospital program, or a minimum of one year of direct patient care experience is preferred
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

• BLS required within 30 days of hire / transfer.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran