Medical Assistant Senior - FamilyCare Silver Spring

Join Passionate Team at UPMC Family Care Silver Spring!

Are you a dedicated Medical Assistant Senior looking to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit, patient-focused environment? UPMC is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant Senior to join our Family Care - Silver Spring practice in Mechanicsburg. In this Monday - Friday role, you'll enjoy no weekends or holidays, giving you the work-life balance you deserve. The shift times for this position fall anywhere from 7 : 00 am - 7 : 00 pm depending on the staffing needs of the office

If you're looking for a stable, supportive environment where your contributions are truly valued, we'd love to meet you!

The salary range for this position is $18.49 - $28.39 based on experience.

This position qualifies for a $1500.00 sign on bonus as well.

Apply today to find out where your career can take you!

The Medical Assistant will assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities :

Accompany patients to exam / procedure room.

Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.

Collect patient information / history, taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines.

Relay instructions to patients / families.

Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.

Obtain lab / x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.

Complete forms / requisitions as needed.

Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.

Schedule appointments.

Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.

Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.

Clean exam / procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.

Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam / procedure rooms.

Check schedules and organizing patient flow.

Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.

Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.

Assist physicians with procedures.

Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).

Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.

Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.

Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.

Other front office responsibilities, as required.

Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies / behaviors.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Medical Assistant, Senior

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 of 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.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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