UPMC·Washington, Pennsylvania
Perform clinical tasks including vitals, labs, and medication administration while supporting pediatric patients and their families. Manage clinic operations such as room preparation, supply inventory, and administrative scheduling.
UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics is hiring a Limited Part-Time Medical Assistant to support the office in Washington.
Weekend and evening availability required to support the hours of operation.
Clinic Hours: 4:30p-9p Mon-Fri 11:30a-8p Sat, 9:30a-6p Sun Pediatric experience preferred.
Rate and Title will be determined based on education and experience.
Patient Care: Perform vitals and labs, assist with exams and procedures, document patient data, and relay care instructions. Clinic Operations: Prepare and clean exam rooms, maintain equipment, and manage supply inventory. Administrative Support: Schedule appointments, confirm insurance, update patient records, and manage documentation.
Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and state health regulations; maintain confidentiality and clinical competencies.
Patient
Interaction: Support patients with mobility, specimen collection, and provide education as needed.
Administer injections and vaccines under physician supervision, following safety protocols.
Who
You’ll
Serve: You’ll work with pediatric patients and their families, making a meaningful impact every day. Why Join Us? This role is part of a career ladder with opportunities for advancement. You’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior pediatric office experience strongly preferred.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 31, Act 33, Act 34, Act 73.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires a high school diploma and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Prior pediatric office experience and knowledge of medical terminology are strongly preferred.
Market context
Support-services roles in Pennsylvania are often tied to steady staffing needs in hospitals and care facilities, especially when teams need reliable coverage for patient support and daily operations. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with CNA and current BLS credentials, plus prior acute or rehabilitation hospital experience, even when experience is not required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your certification dates and hospital experience before applying.