UPMC Hamot's Erie Physician Network of primary care and specialty outpatient practices is excited for your interest in joining our team as a Medical Assistant! We have multiple positions available with our growing practices as permanent or float roles. Our Medical Assistant career ladder provides an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a culture of service excellence alongside an interdisciplinary team to serve our communities by providing outstanding patient care. Apply today to learn about our current career opportunities! _Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience._ Responsibilities + Answer calls and provide pertinent information including patient education as directed. + Check schedules and organize patient flow. + 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. + 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. + Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. + Complete forms/requisition. + Schedule appointments. + Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. + Prepare and manage charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. + Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs; perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure and assist physicians with procedures. + Document patient information into the medical record. + 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. + Clean according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. + Manage inventory of supplies; restock exam/procedure rooms. + Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance, Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations. + Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate. + Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. + Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: + High school diploma or equivalent + Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.