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Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington, General Surgery

UPMC

Location
Onsite (Washington, Pennsylvania)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 3 days ago

About the Role

UPMC Washington's General Surgery practice is seeking a Medical Assistant to support surgeons and clinical staff in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The role focuses on improving patient outcomes through compassionate care and efficient clinical support.

Skills

Patient care Phlebotomy EKG Vitals collection Medical terminology Patient flow management Infection control Electronic medical records HIPAA compliance Injectable medications Vaccine administration Patient education Clinical procedures Basic computer skills

Full job details

**Join Our Dedicated Surgical Practice as a Medical Assistant**  
We are a well-established General Surgery practice committed to providing exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We are currently seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and highly organized Medical Assistant to support our surgeons and clinical staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a collaborative healthcare team where your skills and dedication will directly contribute to improving patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

·       Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.

·       Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.

·       Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.

·       Relay instructions to patients and families with clarity and compassion.

·       Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.

·       Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.

·       Clean exam/procedure rooms and equipment between visits to maintain infection control and perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.

·       Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs, along with clinic procedures as per policy.

·       Answer calls, providing pertinent information and patient education as directed.

·       Administer injectable medications and vaccines under the supervision of a physician.

Preferred Qualifications: Completion of a medical assistant program or on an on-the-job medical assistant training program, OR other hands-on patient care experience (CNA/EMT etc.)

Schedule/Travel: Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4PM. Travel is typically required once a month to our Waynesburg office.



  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  • BLS within 30 days of hire/transfer.
  • 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