Medical Assistant - Magee Admin, West Mifflin

UPMC; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Room for growth/career ladders

Excellent benefits

Pleasant work environment

Friendly team

Job summary

A healthcare organization in West Mifflin is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support the Magee Women’s Admin team. The ideal candidate will check schedules, assist patients, collect vital information, and maintain medical records while ensuring compliance with all regulations. This position offers a great working environment with no weekends or holidays and excellent benefits. Previous medical assistant experience is preferred. Apply today to join a dedicated team of life changers!

Qualifications

• Previous medical assistant and/or direct patient care experience highly preferred.
• Must be able to perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Compliance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
• CPR within 30 days of hire; BLS certification recommended or required.
• Act 31/33/34/73 clearances (renewals) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Accompany patients to exam/procedure rooms.
• Collect patient information and history, take vitals, and perform screenings.
• Relay instructions to patients and families; document information in records.
• Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments, and maintain infection control.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform basic clinic duties.
• Verify insurance coverage and schedule appointments.
• Handle front-office tasks and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Phlebotomy

EKGs

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Looking to join a team of life changers? UPMC is hiring a full‑time Medical Assistant to support our Magee Women’s Admin team in West Mifflin.

Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements.

Shift/Hours: Monday‑Friday. Shifts can start anywhere from 6:30 am‑7:30 am and go until 3:00 pm‑4:00 pm. No weekends or holidays. Hours may be adjusted for department/scheduling needs. Potential travel to our Lebanon Church Road office to assist when needed.

Free parking, room for growth/career ladders, excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and a friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow.
• Accompany patients to exam/procedure rooms.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, and preparing for exam.
• Collect patient information and history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients and families.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance.
• Comply with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
• Prepare patient rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
• Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
• Clean according to the scheduled maintenance program and keep appropriate records.
• Manage inventory of supplies; restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Comply with the requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Comply with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level‑one labs.
• Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Assist physicians with procedures.
• Document patient information into the medical record.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education as directed.
• Obtain lab/x‑ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.
• Complete forms and requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare and manage charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
• Other front‑office responsibilities, as required.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication and vaccines when appropriate.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities.
• Previous medical assistant and/or direct patient care experience highly preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• CPR required (AHA standards) within 30 days of hire.
• 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