Join UPMC's Comprehensive Lung Center as a Medical Assistant in Pulmonology, where you'll play a pivotal role in providing exceptional patient care. In this position, you'll assist with patient flow, gather vital information, and support physicians during procedures, all while ensuring a smooth and efficient clinic environment. Your responsibilities will include performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and lab work, as well as ensuring strict adherence to infection control and regulatory standards. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a dynamic healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply today!

This full-time position offers a consistent Monday through Friday schedule, with working hours from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, providing a great work-life balance. Plus, no weekends or holidays are required, allowing you to enjoy your time off without the need for evening or weekend shifts. Previous experience as a Medical Assistant and familiarity with EPIC are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Check schedules and organizing patient flow. 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.

• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. Other front office responsibilities, as required.

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

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities

Preferred:

• Previous Medical Assistant experience

• Experience with using EPIC

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

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

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran