Medical Assistant - University OB/GYN (Sewickley, PA)

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

Job summary

UPMC in Sewickley, PA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the University OB/GYN team. The role covers back and front office duties with daytime hours, no evenings or weekends.

Prior Medical Assistant experience is preferred to help maintain efficient daily operations and patient care in a collaborative, team-based environment. Applicants will be placed on the Medical Assistant Career Ladder based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant experience or certification preferred.
• Back office and front office duties experience.
• Respect for HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; schedule appointments; verify insurance and demographics; manage charts and filing.
• Prepare patient rooms and equipment; maintain infection control; manage inventory of supplies.
• Check schedules; assist patients with rooming, walking, transfers, and vitals; relay instructions to patients/families.
• Answer calls and provide patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs; assist physicians with procedures; document in medical record.
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, PA Dept. of Health; maintain confidentiality; follow UPMC policies.
• Under supervision of a physician, administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Job description

UPMC is looking for a Medical Assistant to join University OB/GYN team in Sewickley, PA!Our University OB/GYN team is an academic practice serving a diverse patient population, with a strong focus on collaborative, team-based care. Our structure supports learning, cross-training, and meaningful contributions to both patient care and the team environment.

Hours for this position will be Monday through Friday, primarily daylight hours. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required! This position will be responsible for back office and front office duties. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred!

Our ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership of their role and is reliable, organized, and proactive in supporting daily operations. They bring a positive attitude to the team, help foster a supportive and collaborative environment, and lead by example. This individual is approachable and willing to step in where needed, while also holding themselves and others accountable. They are detail-oriented, team-focused, and committed to maintaining consistency, compliance, and strong working relationships across the office. If this sounds like you,

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:

• 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.