Clinic Certified Medical Assistant Sr.- Dallas Sammons

This position supports the Dallas Sammons location and is full-time, with typical hours 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.

About the Organization

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers across 220+ sites in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care to make high-quality treatment accessible within patients' communities, allowing them to fight cancer at home with support from family and friends. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” in the fight against cancer.

Benefits

• 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

Select roles may be eligible for the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), an incentive program that vests over a three-year period, tied to individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary, based on position, performance, and potential for future growth, and are reviewed during the annual compensation cycle.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.
• 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, 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 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

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.
• Some state regulations may require specific certifications to work as a Medical Assistant.

Level 2

• Meets all Level 1 requirements.
• Minimum three years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Senior Level

• Meets all 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.