Certified Medical Assistant Sr. -PRN - Dallas Presbyterian
Texas Oncology · Dallas, TX · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the Role
This position supports the Dallas Presbyterian location as a PRN (As Needed) Certified Medical Assistant. Typical hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The role may be classified as Level 1, 2, or Senior based on candidate experience.
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, evidence-based cancer care, making advanced treatment accessible within local communities.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off (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
- Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
- Obtains necessary patient records as required by the physician prior to treatment or procedures
- Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms; orders supplies as needed
- Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested
- Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician
- Maintains exam/treatment room disinfection protocols
- Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician, nurse, or pharmacist
- Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN
- Informs physician of patient reschedules and no-shows
- Performs administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, and reception
- 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 Medical Assistant program 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
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