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UPMC Cole Memorial Medical Group is currently hiring a full-time Medical Assistant for the Pain Management Clinic in Coudersport, PA. This position works Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, with no weekends or major holidays . Purpose: Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.
Coordinate patient flow, room patients, collect medical histories, obtain vital signs, perform screenings, and provide patient instructions and education as directed. Assist patients with mobility, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and preparation for examinations and procedures. Prepare and maintain exam rooms, instruments, and equipment; ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, maintenance, supply inventory, and restocking in accordance with department protocols.
Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, Level I laboratory testing, and other clinical procedures; assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures. Administer injectable medications and vaccines under physician direction and accurately document patient information, procedures, and clinical activities in the medical record. Coordinate appointments, referrals, laboratory and imaging results, forms, requisitions, and other clinical documentation to support patient care.
Support front office operations by answering phones, responding to patient inquiries, verifying demographics and insurance information, managing patient charts, and processing medical records in compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all UPMC policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CLIA, and Pennsylvania Department of Health standards.
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities. Experience with authorizations preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
About the role
Coordinate patient flow, room patients, collect medical histories, obtain vital signs, perform screenings, and provide patient instructions and education as directed.