Medical Assistant (Senior) - University OB/GYN (Wexford, PA)

UPMC; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is looking for a full-time Medical Assistant for their University OB/GYN office in Wexford, PA. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including patient care, administrative tasks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The position offers a stable schedule with no evenings, weekends, or holidays required, making it ideal for those seeking work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a 1:1 setting with a provider.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or certification.

Responsibilities

• Guiding workflow and assigning tasks to clinical staff.
• Managing patient records, scheduling, insurance verification, and front office duties.
• Assisting patients with transfers, collecting specimens, and taking vitals.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Infection control

Supervisory skills

Education

Completion of a Medical Assistant program

Certification

One year of patient care experience

Job description

Job Title: Medical Assistant

UPMC is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for their University OB/GYN office in Wexford, PA. This role offers Monday through Friday hours, from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with no evenings, weekends, or holidays required.

Responsibilities include:

1. Guiding workflow and assigning tasks to clinical staff.
2. Assisting management with supervisory activities, departmental goals, and staff training.
3. Serving as the department super user for Epic Care.
4. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and communicating procedural changes.
5. Managing patient records, scheduling, insurance verification, and front office duties.
6. Preparing exam rooms, maintaining infection control, managing supplies, and organizing patient flow.
7. Assisting patients with transfers, collecting specimens, taking vitals, and providing education.
8. Answering calls, administering medications/vaccines under supervision, performing phlebotomy, EKGs, and assisting with procedures.
9. Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a 1:1 setting with a provider.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program, certification, or at least one year of patient care experience.

Applicants will be placed on the Medical Assistant Career Ladder based on their experience and education, with salary reflecting their level.