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Job Description
Youre more valuable than ever And thats just how well make you feel.
UPMC one of the nations leading health care providers and
GoHealth Urgent Care an ondemand consumercentric care company are
operating urgent care centers across Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
At UPMCGoHealth Urgent Care we place the needs of our patients
first by providing an effortless patient experience a welcoming culture
of care and seamless integration with marketleading health systems and our
communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team! This location offers a $3000 sign on bonus!
The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients
under the direction of an urgent care provider. Manages the checkin and
registration process interview patients measures vital signs (i.e. pulse
rate temperature blood pressure weight and height) and records
information on patients charts. May be required to draw and collect blood
samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Job Requirements
Education
High School Diploma required
Graduate of a Medical Assisting Program preferred
Work Experience
Medical Assistant experience preferred
Front Desk experience preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire obtained
through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
One of the following certifications is required (or must obtain
within 15 months of hire):
o CCMA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (verified through NHA
National Healthcareer Association)
o CMA Certified Medical Assistant (verified through AAMA American
Association of Medical Assistant)
o RMA Registered Medical Assistant (verified through AMT American
Medical Technologists)
o NCMA National Certified Medical Assistant (verified through NCCT
National Center for Competency Testing)
o NRCMA Nationally Registered Medical Assistant (verified through the
National Association for Health Professionals)
Additionally CPOE certification for order entry is required within two
weeks of start date and must be kept active in lieu of MA certification
within the first 15 months of hire.
In lieu of an approved MA Certification we will also accept the following
certifications at the time of hire:
Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing or LPN or RN
EMT Emergency Medical Technician (verified through the
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians)
CNA Certified Nursing Assistant
Essential Functions
Conduct patient registration which includes securing required
paperwork and insurance documentation and verification of insurance and
patient eligibility.
Process copays and schedule patient appointments for assigned
center.
Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist.
Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them
informed of their status.
Inform technical staff of patient flow.
Prepare patients for examination which includes conducting
interviews to verify patient information record medical history; confirm
purpose of visit.
Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure weight
temperature etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider
as needed.
Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e. flu strep
urinalysis ECG HCG); and provide patient information to provider.
Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam
rooms front desk and reception area; ensure providers have medical
supplies needed.
Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply
inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.
Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning
charts to patient files.
Answer phone calls collect and sort daily incoming and
outgoing postal correspondence
Ensure reception is well maintained
Conduct courtesy callbacks for patient followup.
Perform opening and closing duties which includes cashing out
endofday communication and securing the building.
Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily
controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality
Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns perform preventive
maintenance and submit repair tickets as needed.
All other duties as assigned.
Additional Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required
Basic Medical Assistant duties
Ability to type quickly basic computer knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Detail oriented able to rely on experience and judgment to
perform a variety of tasks participate on a team and accomplish goals
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Able to interact and treat all persons with fairness respect
and sensitivity to cultural/social difference
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All qualified persons are granted an equal opportunity for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation and gender identity or expression age national origin citizenship status disability genetic information medical condition family care leave status pregnancy or pregnancyrelated condition otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status. The company will comply with all fair employment laws in each of the jurisdictions where we conduct business.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
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