Medical Assistant - Family Care Silver Spring

$36,982 - $55,515/Yr

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Mechanicsburg, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Mechanicsburg, PA

Hospitals

About the position

The Medical Assistant at UPMC Family Care Silver Spring plays a crucial role in supporting physicians and ensuring patient satisfaction through various clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. This full-time position operates on a Monday to Friday schedule, with no weekends or holidays, and offers a structured work environment focused on patient care and administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Accompany patients to exam/procedure room and assist as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, and preparing for exams.
• Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients and families.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Complete forms and requisitions as needed.
• Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
• Schedule appointments and verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare patient rooms and 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 and restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure, including phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs.
• Assist physicians with procedures and administer injectable medication and vaccines under supervision.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies and maintain confidentiality related to medical records.
• Perform other front office responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities are required.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) or certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA) is required for Senior Medical Assistant position.
• At least 1 year of patient care experience is required for Senior Medical Assistant position.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred.

Benefits

• Generous Sign-On Bonus of $1,500
• Generous Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents.