Medical Assistant, Dermatology - Full-time

pspanAre 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! /spanbrstrong /strongbrstrongUPMC is looking for a Medical Assistant to join the Dermatology department in Shadyside, PA. /strongbrstrong /strongbrspanHours for this position will be Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.  No evenings, weekends, or holidays required!/spanspanspan /spanIn this position, you will assist with rooming patients, working prior authorizations, cleaning and stocking of exam rooms, and assisting with procedures among ither duties./spanstrongspan/span/strongbrstrong /strongbremApplicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education./embrbrbrbResponsibilities:/b/p ul liSend/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations./li liObtain 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./li liPrepare 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./li liCheck 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./li liAnswering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed./li liPerform 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./li liComply 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./li liUnder the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate./li /ulbr ul liHigh school diploma or equivalent is required./li liMust have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities./li /ul pbLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:/bbrCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.brbr/p ul liBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/li liAct 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal/li liAct 33 with renewal/li liAct 34 with renewal/li liAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal/li /ul pbrbUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran/b/p