Part-Time Medical Assistant - Cosmetic Surgery (St. Margaret)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC's Cosmetic Surgery office at UPMC St. Margaret Medical Building in Pittsburgh is hiring a Medical Assistant to join a team focused on patient care and growth. The role supports back and front office duties, with a 20-hour workweek, Monday through Friday daytime hours, no evenings or weekends.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent. CPR within 30 days of hire; BLS preferred. Prior Medical Assistant experience is preferred, and candidates will be placed on the Medical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience supporting front and back office duties is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Handle front desk tasks: scheduling, check-in, and patient information.
• Process patient records and navigate HIPAA/compliance requirements.
• Prepare patient rooms and maintain infection control between visits.
• Assist with vital signs, phlebotomy, and routine clinic procedures.
• Assist physicians during procedures and document in the medical record.
• Coordinate with departments and verify insurance coverage.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Vital signs

Scheduling front desk

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

EKG equipment

Job description

Are you a Medical Assistant interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today!

UPMC is looking for a Medical Assistant to join their Cosmetic Surgery office at UPMC St. Margaret Medical Building!

This position will work 20 hours per week (2 to 3 days per week). Hours for this position will be Weekdays, 8:00am to 4:30pm. No evenings, weekends, or holidays required! This position will be responsible for back office and front office duties. Previous Medical Assistant experience is preferred!

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.
• 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.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran