Are you passionate about patient care? Do you thrive in a hands-on healthcare environment? At UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, we’re dedicated to making a difference. As a Medical Assistant, you’ll work alongside our Life Changers to provide high-quality patient care. Build meaningful relationships with patients and create a safe, comforting environment.

Position: Full-Time Medical Assistant  Schedule: Monday through Friday, daylight hours No evenings, weekends, or holidays are required!

In this role, you will assist physicians with patient care, including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks, take vital signs, register patients, schedule testing, exams, and treatments, maintain stocked supplies, and ensure clean exam rooms. 

Why Choose UPMC?

We prioritize patient well-being and employee satisfaction. Discover the array of benefits awaiting you as a UPMC team member on our blog including tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution for you and your dependents. Progress through our dedicated Medical Assistant career ladder, designed to cater to various levels of education and experience.

Join our mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career with UPMC Hillman Cancer Center!

Responsibilities:

Check schedules and organize patient flow Accompany patients to exam/procedure rooms Assist patients with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, and exam preparation Collect patient information/history, take vitals, and perform screenings per provider guidelines Relay instructions to patients and families Answer calls and provide pertinent information, including patient education Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment following department protocol Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between visits for infection control Follow scheduled maintenance program and maintain cleaning records Manage inventory of supplies and restock exam/procedure rooms Send and receive medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and level one labs Perform clinic procedures according to policy Assist physicians with procedures Document patient information in medical records Obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information Complete forms and requisitions as needed Schedule patient appointments Verify insurance coverage and update patient demographics Prepare and manage charts to ensure accurate documentation Support various front office responsibilities as required Administer injectable medications and vaccines under physician supervision Comply with OSHA, CLIA, and PA Department of Health regulations Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and other sensitive data Follow all UPMC Health System policies and procedures