Medical Assistant
UHS
Summary
The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in coverage of the front desk as required.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Assist with daily clerical operations, including answering multi-phone lines and making copies of documents as necessary.
- Accurately files patient charts; including scanning documents into files as necessary.
- Schedules patient appointments as necessary, return visits and Specialists.
- Pre-authorize prescriptions and clinical tests (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, etc.) as necessary.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
- Current BLS/CPR certification required
- Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
- Familiarity with medical terminology required
- Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol)
Benefits
- Retention Bonus Program
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Tuition Savings
- Career Development
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.