Flex Full-Time Medical Assistant

UPMC Passavant is hiring an experienced Medical Assistant to support our Colorectal Surgery Department at the McCandless location. This is a patient-facing role in a fast-paced specialty environment, ideal for MAs who enjoy working both independently and as part of a large care team.

• Weekdays only MondayFriday, 7:30 AM4:00 PM 32 hours per week
• No weekends, holidays, overnights, or on-call
• Specialty practice with meaningful patient interactions
• Opportunity to work at the top of your MA skill set
• Career growth within UPMC's Medical Assistant ladder

• Manage patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations and maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Obtain and process lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Complete necessary forms and schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare and manage patient charts.
• Perform front office tasks as needed.
• Prepare and clean patient rooms and equipment according to protocols.
• Maintain inventory and restock supplies.
• Organize patient flow and assist patients with various needs.
• Collect patient information, take vitals, and perform screenings.
• Relay instructions to patients and families.
• Answer calls and provide patient education.
• Assist physicians with procedures and document patient information.
• Comply with regulatory requirements (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health) along with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures

*Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

*Perform other duties as assigned.

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

• 35 years of Medical Assistant experience
• Experience with high-level disinfection of scopes*
• Prior Epic Care experience*

*Can be taught

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.