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Medical Assistant - UPMC Washington, Wound & Skin Healing Center

UPMC

Location
Onsite (Washington, Pennsylvania)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the Role

UPMC's Wound and Skin Healing Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations and deliver compassionate care to patients with complex wound and skin conditions. The role involves assisting physicians, managing patient flow, and performing clinical procedures in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Skills

Phlebotomy EKG Patient care Vitals collection Medical terminology HIPAA compliance Patient education Infection control Specimen collection BLS CPR Injectable medication administration Vaccine administration Electronic medical records Clinical procedures

Full job details

**Support Healing, One Patient at a Time**  
Our Wound and Skin Healing Center is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our specialized care team. In this vital role, you’ll assist in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients with complex wounds and skin conditions. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment focused on promoting healing, comfort, and improved quality of life for every patient.

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:  Monday-Friday. 7:15am-3:45pm, 7:30am-4pm, 8am-4:30pm.



  • 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.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran