Medical Assistant | Oncology

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support its oncology clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Medical Assistant supports physicians with clinical and administrative work and contributes to patient care and clinic efficiency. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday during daylight hours, with no evenings, weekends, or holidays required.

The role includes front-office duties, such as handling medical records, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance and demographics, preparing charts, and answering calls. Clinical duties include preparing and cleaning patient rooms, supporting patient flow, collecting patient histories and vital signs, performing screenings and phlebotomy, assisting with procedures, documenting information in the medical record, and administering injectable medications or vaccines under physician direction when appropriate.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities are required. One to two years of patient-care experience is preferred. CPR/BLS certification and an Act 34 clearance are listed among the licensure, certification, and clearance requirements. UPMC offers tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and their dependents, as well as a Medical Assistant career ladder.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room responsibilities.
• CPR certification based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills-demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Act 34 clearance.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of patient-care experience is preferred.
• Several years of recent direct clinical patient-care experience are sought in the introductory description.

Responsibilities

• Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
• Obtain lab and x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information; complete forms and requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments and verify insurance coverage and patient demographics.
• Prepare and manage charts, ensuring information is complete and filed appropriately; perform other front-office duties as required.
• Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
• Clean exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits to maintain infection control; complete scheduled maintenance cleaning and maintain appropriate records.
• Manage supply inventory and restock exam and procedure rooms.
• Check schedules and organize patient flow; accompany patients to exam or procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation as needed.
• Collect patient information and history, take vital signs, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines; relay instructions to patients and families.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level-one labs; perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure; and assist physicians with procedures.
• Document patient information in the medical record.
• Comply with applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA, CLIA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health, as well as UPMC policies and procedures; maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and other data.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year for the employee and dependents.
• Medical Assistant career ladder tailored to different levels of education and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED