Medical Assistant

UPMC; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics in Hershey, PA is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support pediatric offices. Weekend and evening hours are required to align with hours of operation.

You will perform vitals, assist with exams, manage documentation, and help with injections under physician supervision. This role involves room preparation, scheduling, insurance verification, and maintaining HIPAA and safety standards while delivering compassionate care to children and their families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior pediatric office experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire (BLS/CPR).

Responsibilities

• Take vitals, assist with exams, and document patient data.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain equipment, manage supplies.
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, update records.
• Maintain HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Assist with injections and vaccines under supervision.
• Support pediatric patients and families with education.

Skills

Vital signs

Pediatric patient care

Medical terminology

Documentation

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 offices in Hershey.

Weekend and evening 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.
• 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