Medical Assistant (Oncology)

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA • 1h ago

Join UPMC Hillman Cancer Center - Make a Meaningful Impact in Oncology Care

Are you passionate about patient care and ready to bring your clinical expertise to a team that's changing lives? UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support our 2nd Floor at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Shadyside (Pittsburgh), PA.

The Hillman 2nd Floor stands out as a bustling hub of healthcare activity, catering to a diverse range of specialties such as medical oncology, surgical oncology, and benign hematology, alongside dedicated researchers. We invite you to become a part of our dynamic educational atmosphere, where learning and professional growth go hand in hand.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

No evenings, weekends, or holidays required!

What You'll Do

As a Medical Assistant, you'll support physicians with both clinical and administrative tasks, including:

Taking vital signs

Registering patients

Scheduling tests and treatments

Stocking supplies

Cleaning exam rooms

This is a hands-on role where your experience will directly impact patient care and clinic efficiency.

Why Choose UPMC?

We prioritize both patient well-being and employee satisfaction.

Enjoy benefits like tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year for you and your dependents.

Advance your career through our Medical Assistant career ladder, tailored to various levels of education and experience.

If you're ready to make a difference and bring your skills to a team that values excellence and compassion, apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career with UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.

Responsibilities:

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.

Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance. Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations.

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.

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.

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.

Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed.

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.

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.

Patient care experience is highly preferred.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title & salary based on their experience and education.

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)

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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