Medical Assistant - Lighthouse Medical Group
UPMC
Join Our Team as a Full-Time Medical Assistant at UPMC’s Lighthouse Medical Group!
Are you a dedicated Medical Assistant looking to take the next step in your healthcare career? Join UPMC’s Lighthouse Medical Group in Erie, PA, where you’ll enjoy a full-time position with a consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 7 AM to 5 PM—no weekends or holidays required. If you have experience with EPIC, that’s a strong plus, but more importantly, we value your commitment to quality patient care.
At UPMC, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, along with abundant opportunities to advance your career. Take advantage of this chance to join a respected healthcare team that puts people first—apply today!
**Responsibilities:**
+ Coordinate daily schedules and patient flow.
+ Accompany patients to exam or procedure rooms and assist with mobility, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
+ Collect patient histories, vital signs, and perform screenings in accordance with provider guidelines.
+ Communicate care instructions clearly to patients and families to ensure understanding and continuity of care.
+ Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
+ Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment in accordance with department protocols.
+ Clean exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to ensure proper infection control.
+ Follow scheduled maintenance programs for cleaning and maintain accurate records.
+ Manage supply inventory and restock exam and procedure rooms as needed.
+ Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health) and all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
+ Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
+ Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, level one labs, and clinic procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
+ Assist physicians with clinical procedures to support patient care.
+ Document patient information accurately and thoroughly in the medical record.
+ Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education, as directed.
+ Obtain lab and x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, and complete necessary forms and requisitions.
+ Schedule patient appointments and coordinate follow-up as needed.
+ Verify insurance coverage and confirm patient demographics for accuracy.
+ Prepare and manage patient charts to ensure all information is complete, up-to-date, and properly filed.
+ Perform other front office responsibilities as required.
+ Administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate under the direction and supervision of a physician.
Required:
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
+ Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
Preferred:
+ Knowledge or experience with using EPIC.
**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)
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
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