Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Texas Urology Specialists is part of Texas Oncology, the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers across 220+ sites in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care, helping patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” in their fight against cancer.

About the role

This full-time Certified Medical Assistant position primarily supports the Medical City Dallas location with coverage at the Presbyterian location 2 times per week. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The position level (1, 2, or Senior) will be determined based on candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by the physician prior to treatment or procedures.
• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
• Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
• Informs physician of patient reschedules and no-shows.
• Performs other administrative duties, such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, and reception, as requested.
• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications based on position level:

• Level 1:
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
  • 0-3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
  • Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
  • Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Level 2 (in addition to Level 1 requirements):
  • Minimum three years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
  • Phlebotomy experience preferred.
  • Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Senior Level (in addition to Level 1 and 2 requirements):
  • Minimum five years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
  • Current CPR certification required.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage.
• Generous PTO program.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyle practices.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on retail purchases.
• Eligibility to participate in the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), an incentive program vesting over three years, tied to individual performance and operational success.

Physical Demands

• Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.