Medical Assistant – NeuroSciences Institute

Are you looking to get in a multi-specialty environment? The Spring Grove NeuroSciences Institute is looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join their supportive team. This office promotes work like balance.

This Medical Assistant will work across different specialties including Neurology, Sleep, and Neurodiagnostic’ s. This applicant should be organized and have great attention to detail.

Schedule: Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No weekends or holidays. This position will travel between two offices on a weekly basis. The offices are located in Spring Grove and York (UPMC Memorial outpatient). Reliable transportation is required.

The salary range for this position is $17.38-$26.69 based on experience.

This position does qualify for a $1500.00 sign on bonus.

Apply today to find out where your career can take you!

The Medical Assistant will assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

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.

Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.

Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.

Complete forms/requisitions as needed.

Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.

Schedule appointments.

Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.

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.

Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.

Check schedules and organizing patient flow.

Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.

Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.

Assist physicians with procedures.

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.

Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.

Other front office responsibilities, as required.

Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Medical Assistant

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Medical Assistant, Senior

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT)

OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA)

OR at least 1 year of patient care experience required.

Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks.

Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran