Medical Assistant - Float Pool
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Are you a Medical Assistant interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore a Medical Assistant title today!
This position is an excellent opportunity to learn about multiple specialties and gain extensive experience in outpatient clinics. Medical Assistant Float positions will work in the MS Care Center, the Vein Center, the Center for Liver Disease, Digestive Disorders, Gynecological Oncology, Urogynecology, the Women’s Cancer Center, Gynecological Oncology, Gynecological specialties, and more. This position would be great for any student wanting to pursue a career in healthcare or any trained medical assistant wanting to explore new areas.
Float Medical Assistants’ hours vary based on clinic need and availability. Clinic hours can vary between 7:30-5 Monday through Friday. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
We offer a competitive wage, a generous benefits package, and career growth to those who qualify. Apply today to learn more!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.
Responsibilities
Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol. Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. 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.
igh school diploma or equivalent is required.
Successful completion of Medical Assistant program or equivalent hospital program or minimum of one year of direct patient care experience preferred. Recent Medical Assistant graduates/externs are welcome to apply as well! Any direct patient care experience preferred
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)Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Act 34 with renewal
UPMC Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities.
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