UPMC·McKeesport, Pennsylvania
Responsible for both front and back office duties, including patient scheduling, insurance verification, and clinical support. Tasks include assisting physicians with surgical procedures, administering medications, and managing patient flow across two locations.
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UPMC is looking for a Medical Assistant to join their Department of Surgery team at UPMC McKeesport! This position will support our team in McKeesport and in Monroeville, so the ability to work at both locations is required. There are four physicians and 4 APP's in this department, along with three experienced Medical Assistants that work collaboratively together.
00am to 4:00pm. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required! This position will be responsible for back office and front office duties. Position requires clinic duties in both locations and assisting with surgical procedures done in the office as well. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred!
Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education. The pay range listed is for the Senior level, which requires completion of a Medical Assistant program, certification, or previous direct patient care experience.
Guides workflow and/or assigns tasks to other clinical staff. Assist management staff with supervisory activities. Participates with creation and implementation of departmental goals, processes and procedures. Mentors, orients and provides ongoing training to current and new staff members. Serve as the department super user for Epic Care. Work directly with Manager to identify opportunities for improvement with regards to Clinical/Non-Clinical functions, Infection Control Procedures, and Patient Assessments. Guide routine meetings with staff to communicate procedural changes to improve service quality and patient safety. Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in all practice category specific tasks. 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. May provide more individualized patient/family education and supportive counseling as needed. Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed. Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate. 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.
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA) OR at least 1 year of patient care experience required. Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks. 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)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires a high school diploma and CPR/BLS certification. Senior level candidates must have a Medical Assistant program completion, certification, or at least one year of direct patient care experience.
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.