Certified Medical Assistant Clinical Coordinator

About the role

Lowcountry Oncology Associates mission is delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community and by oncologists who live in our community. Our team values the work components of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize patient charts for provider review by ensuring all clinical documentation, laboratory results, imaging, medication histories, and relevant medical records are complete and accurately updated prior to patient appointments
• Coordinate and assist with new patient referral processes for the LOA Osteoporosis Center, including obtaining and reviewing medical records, communicating with referring providers and patients, scheduling appointments, and ensuring timely and seamless continuity of care
• Obtain missing medical records, lab, pathology, and x-ray reports from previous visit before next physician visit
• Escort patients to triage, infusion or physician exam area
• Ensure pre-exam labs are obtained according to lab protocols
• Obtain vital signs and weight; record height on initial visit and annually
• Assist with renewing prescriptions and verify necessary information to be recorded in the medical record
• Prepare patient for exam depending on patient and clinical condition
• Track patient through entry to next point of service
• Coordinate patient appointments, relaying necessary messages to staff
• Maintain and update current information on physician’s schedules ensuring that patients are scheduled properly and appointments are confirmed
• Answer questions regarding patient appointments and testing
• Chart records as needed for communication
• Complete billing events before end of shift accurately and timely
• Administer injections to patients under the direction of a nurse or provider, ensuring that a nurse or provider has assessed the patient and given direct instruction prior to administration
• Perform laboratory work and draw specimens per physician order using venipuncture or fingerstick technique
• Test specimens for hematology, urinalysis, and process all laboratory specimens
• Perform data entry of point of care labs after physician reviews
• Review registration sheet with new patients to ensure completion of history
• Enter medications and allergies in EMR/chart
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to the clinical laboratory
• Complete daily checklists/OSHA checklists

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years of medical experience
• Certified Medical Assistant
• Knowledge of health care field and medical specialty
• Knowledge of specific assistance tasks related to a particular medical specialty
• Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families

This position will require travel to three (3) of our LOA office locations, including but not limited to: North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and West Ashley. This position will report to the LOA Osteoporosis Center.