Medical Assistant - CCP Shippensburg
UPMC
- Location
- Onsite (Shippensburg, Pennsylvania)
- Employment
- Part-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 4 days ago
About the role
UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric patient care and clinic operations in Shippensburg. The role involves clinical tasks, administrative support, and compliance with health regulations.
Skills
Patient care
Vitals monitoring
Lab procedures
Medical documentation
Clinic operations
Supply inventory management
Appointment scheduling
Insurance verification
HIPAA compliance
OSHA compliance
CLIA compliance
Specimen collection
Injection administration
Vaccine administration
Medical terminology
Basic computer skills
Full job details
Are you passionate about helping kids be their best selves?
UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics is hiring a Full-Time Medical Assistant to support the office in Shippensburg.
Rate and Title will be determined based on education and experience.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Compliance: 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.
- Medication: 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