Medical Assistant | Oncology

UPMC • Mt. Lebanon, PA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to support its medical oncology office at St. Clair Hospital in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The Medical Assistant supports physicians with clinical and administrative tasks, helping provide patient care and maintain clinic efficiency. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no evenings, weekends, or holidays required.

Responsibilities include patient registration and scheduling, maintaining and organizing records, preparing and cleaning exam rooms, assisting patients and physicians, obtaining patient histories and vital signs, performing screenings and clinical procedures, and documenting patient information. Under physician direction and supervision, the Medical Assistant may administer injectable medications and vaccines when appropriate.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities. Previous Medical Assistant, CNA, or healthcare experience is preferred. Applicants will be placed in an appropriate job title and salary based on their experience and education. CPR certification meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, is required within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Act 34 clearance, are listed under licensure, certifications, and clearances.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Previous Medical Assistant, CNA, or healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Send and receive patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Obtain laboratory and x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information; complete forms and requisitions as needed.
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance coverage and patient demographics, and prepare and manage charts to ensure information is complete and properly filed.
• Perform other front-office responsibilities as required.
• Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
• Clean exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; follow the scheduled maintenance program and keep appropriate records.
• Manage supply inventory and restock exam and procedure rooms.
• Review schedules and organize patient flow; accompany patients to exam or procedure rooms.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and preparation for examinations.
• 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 laboratory testing; perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Assist physicians with procedures and document patient information in the medical record.
• Comply with requirements of regulatory agencies, including OSHA, CLIA, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health; maintain confidentiality and comply with UPMC policies and procedures.
• Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication 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 varying levels of education and experience.

What This Job Offers

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