Medical Assistant - CCP Norwin

UPMC; North Huntingdon Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics in North Huntingdon is seeking a Part-Time Medical Assistant to support our pediatric office and help children and families be their best.

You will take vitals and labs, assist with exams, prepare rooms, manage records, and handle basic patient communications. Prior pediatric office experience and basic computer skills are preferred to maintain efficient, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior pediatric office experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Take vitals and labs, assist with exams and procedures, document patient data, and relay care instructions.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms, maintain equipment, and manage supply inventory.
• Schedule appointments, confirm insurance, update patient records, and manage documentation.
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and state health regulations; maintain confidentiality and clinical competencies.
• Support patients with mobility, specimen collection, and provide education as needed.
• Administer injections and vaccines under physician supervision, following safety protocols.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

CPR certification/Basic Life Support

Act 31/33/34/73 clearances

Job description

Are you passionate about helping kids be their best selves?

UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics is hiring a Part-Time Medical Assistant to support the office in North Huntingdon.

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