Certified Medical Assistant I- Longview

About the role

This full-time position supports the Longview location, with typical hours Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. This role will be leveled as either a 1, 2, or Sr based on candidate experience.

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. The organization treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

What does the Certified Medical Assistant do?

Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, including exams and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physicians' schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room 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, i.e. typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician
• May enter orders under a provider's direction and supervision

Qualifications

Level 1

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred
• Entry level position requiring 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant
• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred
• Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant

Level 2 (in addition to Level 1 requirements)

• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Level Sr (in addition to Level 1 and 2 requirements)

• Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting
• Current CPR certification required

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.

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 that rewards practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance program
• Discounts on retailers
• Eligibility to participate in the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) for select roles — an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent, typically vesting over a three-year period and tied to both individual performance and operational success. Awards are discretionary and based on position, performance, and potential for future career growth, subject to continued employment through the award payment date and governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.