Medical Assistant, Senior

Medical Assistant Opportunity At Urogynecology Oakland

Are you a Medical Assistant interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today!

UPMC is looking for a Full Time Senior Medical Assistant to work at Urogynecology Oakland! Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred. Recent Medical Assistant graduates / externs are welcome to apply as well! Medical Assistants work 4 days Monday through Friday 6 : 30am to 5pm. No holidays or weekends are required with this role! This role travels occasionally to other satellite locations. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.

The Medical Assistant Senior assists physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. In addition to core Medical Assistant responsibilities, they serve as lead person for team regarding day-to-day workflow issues or office procedures. Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities :

• Work directly with Manager to identify opportunities for improvement with regards to Clinical / Non-Clinical functions, Infection Control Procedures, and Patient Assessments
• Obtain lab / x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms / requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
• Serve as the department super user for Epic Care.
• Answering calls, and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed. Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.
• Other front office responsibilities, as required. 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. Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam / procedure rooms.

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.