Medical Assistant

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a dedicated and motivated Medical Assistant to join its Vascular Surgery Team. The role provides hands-on clinical experience and the opportunity to work alongside providers who support mentoring and professional growth. The Medical Assistant supports patient care and clinic operations, including assisting with procedures and clinical tasks, coordinating patient flow, and completing front-office duties. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities. CPR training meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills-demonstration components, is required within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Act 34 are listed under licensure, certifications, and clearances.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities.
CPR meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills-demonstration components, required within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Act 34 clearance.

Responsibilities

Check schedules and organize patient flow; accompany patients to exam or procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
Collect patient information and history, take vital signs, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines; relay instructions to patients and families.
Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.
Prepare patient rooms and instruments and equipment according to department protocol; clean rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits and according to scheduled maintenance requirements; maintain appropriate records and restock supplies.
Comply with requirements of applicable regulatory agencies, including OSHA, CLIA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health; maintain confidentiality and follow UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level-one laboratory testing; perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure, assist physicians with procedures, and document patient information in the medical record.
Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education, as directed.
Obtain laboratory and X-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information; complete forms and requisitions; schedule appointments; verify insurance coverage and patient demographics; and prepare and manage charts.
Perform other front-office responsibilities as required.
Under a physician's direction and supervision, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.