Medical Assistant | Oncology

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per

Career ladder advancement

Job summary

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks at UPMC St. Margaret. This hands-on role directly impacts patient care and clinic efficiency, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Candidates will room patients, take vital signs, triage, register patients, schedule tests, and maintain infection control. Prior patient care experience is preferred, and CPR/BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Rooming patients and taking vital signs.
• Triage and register patients.
• Schedule tests and treatments.
• Maintain infection control and clean exam rooms.
• Provide patient education and support.

Responsibilities

• Send/receive patient records in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports and prepare charts.
• Prepare patient rooms and equipment; restock supplies.
• Assist with patient transfers and vitals collection as directed.
• Support front-desk tasks and patient scheduling.

Skills

Vital signs

Triaging

Patient registration

Scheduling tests

Stocking supplies

Infection control

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

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 the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC St. Margaret in Pittsburgh, PA.

• Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 40 hours per week


• No evenings, weekends, or holidays required!

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

What You’ll Do

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

• Rooming patients and taking vital signs


• Triage


• Registering patients


• Scheduling tests and treatments


• Stocking supplies


• Cleaning exam rooms

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.

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.


• Patient care experience is highly preferred.


• Prior experience with vitals and triage is 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)


• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran