Medical Assistant - Neurosurgery

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Employer: UPMC Senior Communities
Industry: Physician Services
Salary: $17.38 - $27.36 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Are you looking for a new and exciting specialty experience? The Neurosurgery department is looking for a new experienced Medical Assistant to join their diverse team.

This position will work across two different specialties including neurosurgery and ortho spine. Apply today!

Schedule: Rotating schedule Monday - Thursday from 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays are from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The salary range for this position is $17.38-$27.36 based on experience.

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.


Qualifications:

Medical Assistant
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

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.

Medical Assistant, Expert
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Successful completion of Medical Assistant program,
    • or equivalent hospital program
    • or successful completion and maintenance of certification examination and 1 year of patient care experience,
    • or two years of direct patient care experience required.
  • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
  • Performance evaluation at Solid/Strong/Good rating or higher.
  • School diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Successful completion of Medical Assistant program, or equivalent hospital program,

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
Created: 2024-10-01
Reference: 6365844761
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Mechanicsburg

About UPMC Senior Communities

Founded in: 1893
Number of Employees: 110000

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