Orthopedics Medical Assistant — Lead Clinic Support

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Orthopedics in Harrisburg seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, rooming, chart preparation, and coordination of care. You will assist providers, manage front-desk and clinical tasks, and help ensure efficient patient flow throughout the day.

Responsibilities include guiding workflow, supervising staff, acting as Epic Care super user, handling lab results, scheduling, and maintaining infection control and HIPAA compliance. High school diploma required; MA program preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Guides workflow and assigns tasks to other clinical staff.
• Assist management staff with supervisory activities and training.
• Serve as the department super user for Epic Care.
• Work with Manager to identify opportunities for improvement in clinical/non-clinical functions.
• Guide routine meetings with staff to communicate procedural changes.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Patient intake

Clinical documentation

HIPAA compliance

Education

Medical Assistant Program

AMT certification

AAMA certification

NAHP certification

NCCT certification

NHA certification

Job description

UPMC Orthopedics in Harrisburg seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, rooming, chart preparation, and coordination of care. You will assist providers, manage front-desk and clinical tasks, and help ensure efficient patient flow throughout the day.

Responsibilities include guiding workflow, supervising staff, acting as Epic Care super user, handling lab results, scheduling, and maintaining infection control and HIPAA compliance. High school diploma required; MA program preferred.