Medical Assistant / Patient Service Coordinator
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Employer: UPMC Senior Communities
Industry: UPMC CancerCenter
Salary: $16.74 - $18.80 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Are you experienced in patient care and looking to establish a fulfilling, hands-on healthcare career while elevating patients' experience? With UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, you'll make a meaningful difference on our team by working with our Life Changers to provide high-quality patient care. Build relationships with patients as you help them find comfort in a safe environment.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for its leadership in the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and is the region's only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute.
As the preeminent institution in western Pennsylvania for the delivery of cancer care, the performance of basic, translational, and clinical research, and the education of the next generation of cancer researchers and physicians, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exceptionally well-positioned to contribute to the global effort to reduce the burden of cancer.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant / Patient Service Coordinator to support to our busy medical oncology office in Monroeville, PA. This position will work Monday through Friday daylight schedule. No weekends or holidays are required!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education.
The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. Daily tasks will include taking vital signs, registering patients, scheduling testing, exams, and treatments, as well as stocking supplies, and cleaning exam rooms.
The Patient Service Coordinator is an advanced Medical Assistant type role. This position will be utilized in a dual capacity; at times the staff member will be asked to function like a Medical Assistant, rooming and triaging patients, stocking supplies, cleaning rooms, etc. At other times, this staff member will be asked to function in the business office where they will answer phones, schedule patients, check-in and check-out patients, and other duties as assigned.
We don't just take care of patients - we take care of our team, too. Check out our blog, highlighting some of the benefits you'll receive as a UPMC employee!
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
UPMC has a robust career ladder for Medical Assistants and Patient Service Coordinators. Explore this opportunity to see how you can use your skills to make a difference!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title & salary based on their experience and education.
Medical Assistant:
Salaries range from $16.74 - $18.80 - $25.57 hourly
Medical Assistant, Senior:
Salaries range from $16.84 - $19.57 - $25.72 hourly
Medical Assistant, Expert:
Salaries range from $16.94 - $20.32 - $25.87 hourly
Patient Service Coordinator:
Salaries range from $16.94 - $20.32 - $25.87 hourly
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for its leadership in the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and is the region's only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute.
As the preeminent institution in western Pennsylvania for the delivery of cancer care, the performance of basic, translational, and clinical research, and the education of the next generation of cancer researchers and physicians, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exceptionally well-positioned to contribute to the global effort to reduce the burden of cancer.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant / Patient Service Coordinator to support to our busy medical oncology office in Monroeville, PA. This position will work Monday through Friday daylight schedule. No weekends or holidays are required!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education.
The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. Daily tasks will include taking vital signs, registering patients, scheduling testing, exams, and treatments, as well as stocking supplies, and cleaning exam rooms.
The Patient Service Coordinator is an advanced Medical Assistant type role. This position will be utilized in a dual capacity; at times the staff member will be asked to function like a Medical Assistant, rooming and triaging patients, stocking supplies, cleaning rooms, etc. At other times, this staff member will be asked to function in the business office where they will answer phones, schedule patients, check-in and check-out patients, and other duties as assigned.
We don't just take care of patients - we take care of our team, too. Check out our blog, highlighting some of the benefits you'll receive as a UPMC employee!
Responsibilities:
- Check schedules and organize patient flow. Accompany patients to the exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exams, etc.
- Collect patient information/history; take vitals, perform 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 keep appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
- Comply with the 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 manage charts to ensure information is 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.
Qualifications:
UPMC has a robust career ladder for Medical Assistants and Patient Service Coordinators. Explore this opportunity to see how you can use your skills to make a difference!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title & salary based on their experience and education.
Medical Assistant:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Patient care experience preferred.
Salaries range from $16.74 - $18.80 - $25.57 hourly
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.
- Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category-specific tasks as determined by the manager.
- Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
Salaries range from $16.84 - $19.57 - $25.72 hourly
Medical Assistant, Expert:
- 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) and 1 year of patient care experience
- OR at least 2 years of patient care experience.
- Must successfully complete the UPMC Preceptor training and serve as a preceptor and mentor to newly hired team members.
- Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in all practice category-specific tasks as determined by the manager.
Salaries range from $16.94 - $20.32 - $25.87 hourly
Patient Service Coordinator:
- High School graduate or equivalent required.
- Minimum of three years of direct patient care and or phlebotomy experience.
- Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals from multi-disciplinary groups.
- Possesses excellent organizational skills.
Salaries range from $16.94 - $20.32 - $25.87 hourly
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy licensure preferred.
- 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: 2024-06-16
Reference: 5455129800
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Monroeville
About UPMC Senior Communities
Founded in: 1893
Number of Employees: 110000
Website: https://www.upmc.com/
Career site: https://careers.upmc.com/
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