Medical Assistant- Orthopaedics- McCandless Township

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is hiring a Medical Assistant to support the UPMC UPP Department of Orthopaedics at multiple locations in the Pittsburgh area. This full-time position follows daylight hours with varied start times and travel to Lemieux Sports Complex, Wexford Spine Center, and Pine Office-Wexford to support patient care across locations.

The incumbent will provide clinical and administrative support, including patient rooming, vital signs, exam room preparation, and coordination of follow-up appointments,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow; accompany patients to exam rooms and assist as needed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs; assist physicians with procedures and document information.
• Prepare patient rooms, maintain infection control, and restock supplies in exam/procedure areas.
• Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics; schedule appointments and manage charts.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Medical terminology

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

UPMC is hiring a Medical Assistant to support the UPMC UPP Department of Orthopaedics at 9104 Babcock Boulevard, McCandless Township, PA 15237. This full-time position offers Monday through Friday daylight hours, with Tuesday and Wednesday schedules of 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and rotating shifts on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays between 6:30 AM and 3:00 PM, 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, and 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. The Medical Assistant will provide high-quality clinical and administrative support for orthopedic patients, including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, preparing exam rooms, assisting providers with patient care, coordinating follow-up appointments, and maintaining accurate medical records. This role requires travel to the Lemieux Sports Complex, Wexford Spine Center, and Pine Office-Wexford to support operational and patient care needs across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and be committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences while supporting a multidisciplinary orthopedic care team.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the Medical Assistant Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities:

• Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history; taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (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 scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. 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, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and managing charts to ensure information 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.
• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Complete forms/requisitions as needed. Schedule appointments. Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. Prepare and managing charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately. Other front office responsibilities, as required.
• 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 scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records. Manage inventory of supplies; restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Check schedules and organizing patient flow. Accompany patients to exam/procedure room. Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. Collect patient information/history, taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. Relay instructions to patients/families.
• Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG's, and level one labs. Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. Assist physicians with procedures. Document patient information into the medical record.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., 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.
• 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.

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 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