Medical Assistant (Oncology)

UPMC; Johnstown, Northern (Cambria County, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Flexible schedule

Job summary

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Johnstown/Somerset is seeking a Medical Assistant to float between their Johnstown and Somerset Oncology offices. This flex full-time role works 28–40 hours weekly with full-time benefits. Three days per week, 8:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., shifts offer balance and patient-focused care. The MA will support the clinic and treatment areas, assist nurses, room patients, take vitals, and perform phlebotomy/EKGs as well as basic labs.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification or equivalent patient-care experience.
• Experience assisting nurses in clinics.
• Ability to float between Johnstown and Somerset offices.

Responsibilities

• Support clinic and treatment areas by assisting nurses.
• Room patients, take vitals, and stock rooms.
• Handle front desk tasks and patient education.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic labs.
• Assist physicians with procedures.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and keep records accurate.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Patient care support

Job description

Make a Meaningful Impact in Oncology Care!

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is hiring aMedical Assistantto float between ourJohnstown and Somerset Medical Oncology offices. This is aflex full-time role, working between28–40 hours per weekwhile still receivingfull-time benefits. We’re ideally looking for someone available aboutthree days per week, making this a great opportunity for an MA seeking flexibility in their schedule.

In this role, you’ll support both the clinic and treatment areas by assisting nurses with patient care, rooming patients, taking vitals, cleaning and stocking exam rooms, and helping ensure smooth daily operations. Medical Assistant or direct patient care experience is required, as you’ll play a hands‑on role in supporting our nursing team and providing excellent care to our patients.

Shifts areMonday through Friday, between8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

We offer opportunities for growth, excellent benefits, a supportive work environment, and a friendly, collaborative team. If you’re an experienced MA looking for variety, flexibility, and meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you—

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.
• 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.