UPMC·Munhall, Pennsylvania
Assist physicians with patient care, including performing clinical procedures like phlebotomy and EKGs. Manage front-office tasks such as scheduling, insurance verification, and maintaining medical records in compliance with HIPAA.
UPMC Community Medicine Incorporated is hiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant to help support Munhall Family Medicine.
Assist physicians with various aspects of patient care (including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks) ensuring patient satisfaction.
Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations. Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. Other front office responsibilities, as required. 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; restocking exam/procedure rooms. Check schedules and organizing 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. Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed. Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record. 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. Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and basic computer skills. Must obtain CPR/BLS certification and various state and federal clearances including FBI and Child Abuse reporting.
Market context
Medical assistant openings in Pennsylvania are typically steady in outpatient and family medicine settings, where clinics need support with rooming, vitals, records, and patient flow. This role is competitive because it requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, CPR/BLS certification, and state and federal clearances, so candidates who already have or can quickly secure those credentials may be more ready to apply. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your clearances and certification timeline before submitting.