Medical Assistant Trainee - Central Dauphin Students

UPMC•Lemoyne, PA

About The Position

UPMC in Central Pa is seeking motivated and enthusiastic current Central Dauphin School District senior-class students for an accelerated, paid, full-time Medical Assistant Trainee Program. Selected candidates enroll in a UPMC-paid Medical Assistant course featuring weekly clinical rotations, didactic skills modules, a cost-free Medical Assistant certification exam, and an externship placement at a UPMC Central PA outpatient clinic. Candidates must be able to start on February 8, 2027. The program requires a 40-hour work week and class schedule for four months, with additional classwork outside those hours and mandatory attendance. The hourly rate is $18.54 and is non-negotiable. In exchange for enrollment, candidates must commit to remain employed by UPMC in Central PA Health Services Division as a full-time Medical Assistant for at least 18 months, beginning at enrollment in the trainee program. Under supervision, the trainee performs duties that assist physicians with patient care, including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks, while supporting patient satisfaction. Training covers the functions described in the responsibilities. The position requires compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and UPMC policies, as well as strict confidentiality of medical records and other data.

Requirements

Must be a current student in the Central Dauphin School District senior class.
Must be able to start on February 8, 2027.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Agree to a 40-hour work week and class schedule for four months; classwork is also required outside those 40 hours.
Mandatory attendance is required.
Agree to the non-negotiable hourly pay rate of $18.54.
Commit to remain employed by UPMC in Central PA Health Services Division as a full-time Medical Assistant for a minimum of 18 months beginning at enrollment in the trainee program.
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting clearance, with renewal.
Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
Act 73 FBI clearance, with renewal.

Nice To Haves

Current enrollment in a Medical Assistant training program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
Obtain laboratory and x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, and other records; complete forms and requisitions as needed.
Schedule appointments, verify insurance coverage and patient demographics, and prepare and manage patient charts.
Perform other front-office responsibilities as required.
Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
Clean exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits to maintain infection control; complete scheduled maintenance cleaning and maintain appropriate records.
Manage supply inventory and restock exam and procedure rooms.
Review schedules and organize patient flow; accompany patients to exam or procedure rooms.
Assist patients with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and preparation for exams as needed.
Collect patient information and history, take vital signs, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines.
Relay instructions to patients and families.
Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education, as directed.
Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level-one laboratory tests; perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
Assist physicians with procedures and document patient information in the medical record.
Comply with requirements of regulatory agencies, including OSHA, CLIA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and other data and comply with UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors, and perform other duties as assigned.