Medical Assistant, Senior - CCP Murrysville
UPMC
- Location
- Onsite (Monroeville, Pennsylvania)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 6 days ago
About the role
UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant to support pediatric patient care and clinic operations in Murrysville. The role involves clinical duties, administrative support, and compliance with health regulations within a dedicated team environment.
Skills
Patient Care
Vitals Monitoring
Laboratory Procedures
Medical Documentation
Clinical Operations
Appointment Scheduling
Insurance Verification
HIPAA Compliance
OSHA Compliance
Infection Control
Vaccine Administration
Medical Terminology
Patient Education
Basic Life Support
Electronic Health Records
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, Senior to support the office in Murrysville.
Weekend availability required to support the hours of operation.
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 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 have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.
- Previous Outpatient experience preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - 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 / 33 / 34 / 73 with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran