Clinical/Medical Assistant 1.0 FTE

About the role

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 such as clerical duties, answering phones, and maintaining physicians' schedules. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

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.

Requirements

Medical Assistant:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Current CPR Certification is required.
• Current Certified MA or Registered MA is preferred (must be willing to obtain certification/registration within 6 months of hire).
• 2-3 years of experience preferred; oncology experience helpful.

Clinical Assistant:

• Current CPR Certification is required.
• 2-3 years of experience preferred; oncology experience helpful.
• One of the following is required:
  • Diploma or equivalent from an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with 1 year of direct care experience.

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.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401k plan with company contribution.
• Wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyle practices.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program and discount program for select retailers.
• Free parking.

Pay

$21.50–$30.00/hour.