Medical Assistant jobs in Jamestown, NY

UPMC Cole Medical Group is currently hiring a part-time Medical Assistant to join our outpatient Port Specialty office. This is a part-time position, 3 days per week, between Monday and Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Shifts are days, typically 8 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm, with an occasional 7 : 00 am - 3 : 30 pm as needed. Sound like a good fit?

Apply today and join our team of exceptional healthcare professionals on a mission to provide Life Changing Medicine !

Purpose :

Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities :

Check schedules and organize patient flow. Accompany patients to exam / procedure rooms. 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 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, EKGs, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures.

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

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Last updated : 2024-04-01