Medical Assistant, Senior (Spine Care Center)

Are you a Medical Assistant looking to take your career to the next level?

UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Medical Assistant, Senior to support the Spine Care Center.

Join our busy orthopedic spine practice and gain immersive clinical exposure alongside a dedicated spine surgeon.

This is a unique opportunity to grow in a supportive, educational environment with: + One-on-one mentorship from a spine surgeon + Opportunities to participate in research and academic development + A team that values your growth and career goals Whether you're preparing for PA, NP, or medical school-or simply want to deepen your clinical skills-this role offers a launchpad for your future.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm Weekly travel between offices in Mechanicsburg and Lewisberry is required.

$1500.00 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new hires!

The salary range for this position is between $18.49-$28.39/hour.

Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements.

**Responsibilities:** + Guides workflow and/or assigns tasks to other clinical staff.

+ Mentors, orients and provides ongoing training to current and new staff members.

+ Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.

+ Coordinate imaging and diagnostic test orders.

+ Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.

+ Assist with daily clinical operations, including patient intake, rooming and documentation.

+ Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.

+ Work closely with the surgeon, nurses and office staff to support efficient patient flow.

+ 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.

+ Participate in patient communication and follow-up care.

+ Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.

+ Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication.

+ Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.

+ Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). + Other front office responsibilities, as required.

**Medical Assistant, Senior:** + High school diploma or equivalent is required.

+ Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) + OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT or NHA) + OR at least 1-year prior patient care experience required.

+ Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks + Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

+ Prior clinical or research experience is helpful but not required.

**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Clearances must be dated within 90 days + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**