Description

The Medical Assistant Trainee position allows you to learn about being an Medical Assistant! You will work side-by-side with Medical Assistants and learn details of this exciting position. Under supervision, performs requested duties to assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction. Will be trained on proper protocol to demonstrate the ability to fulfill all functions detailed below.

This position is located at Renaissance Family Practice in Millvale! This location is conveniently located and has free parking!

Responsibilities:

• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance, Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other state and federal regulations.
• Obtain lab and x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms and requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately. Performs other front office responsibilities as required.
• 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 keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Check schedules and organize 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 and history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients and families.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• 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.
• 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.
• *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent
• Current enrollment in a Medical Assistant training program is preferred

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34
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  UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran