. Medical Assistant (Diabetes and Endocrinology)

Job ID:

6689554035

Status:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Shift:

Day Job

Facility:

UPMC Presbyterian

Department:

Diabetes and Endocrinology

Location:

3601 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA

Union Position:

No

Salary Range:

$ 18.4-28.59 USD By joining our team as a Medical Assistant, you will be working along an experienced and excited group of staff invested in delivering a quality patient experience. Your role will have a direct patient impact through obtaining prior authorizations, scheduling, and working closely with the entire Endocrinology division to produce necessary provider, nurse, and diabetes educator visits.

Responsibilities:

Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. 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 managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. 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. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Collect patient information/history, taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families. Answering calls and providing 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). Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.

Qualifications:

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:

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) Act 34 UPMC is an