Certified Medical Assistant I

Texas Oncology is 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. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.

About the role

This position supports the San Antonio, TX location. Typical hours vary between 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with rotation to a late shift of 9:30 AM–6:00 PM.

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by 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 by supervisor or physician
• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision

Requirements

The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications based on experience 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
  • Excellent communication skills and a strong team player
  • Strong time management skills
  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
  • Open to learning and adapting to breakthrough treatments

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