Medical Assistant
About the role
As a Medical Assistant at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will perform medical assistant related procedures for patients enrolled in clinical trials. Our mission-driven team is dedicated to advancing oncology treatments and improving outcomes for cancer patients globally.
Responsibilities
- Access, flush, and de-access ports
- Perform peripheral and port lab draws
- Prepare patients for examination and assist physicians with procedures as needed
- Prepare and stock exam rooms
- Obtain vital signs and EKGs from pharmacokinetics (PK) patients
- Perform buccal swabs on pharmacokinetics (PK) patients as needed
- Ensure proper maintenance and handling of EKG machines (clinic and sponsor EKGs)
- Verify the correct study lab kit is prepped for PK patients with long days and new starts every morning prior to patient arrival
- Respond to queries from study sponsors or contract labs regarding patient/sample data
- Maintain laboratory equipment and workspace in all areas
- Interface with P/SL and laboratory personnel regarding labs for research patients
- Coordinate with Clinic Research Nurses to ensure research patients have correct lab kits prior to visits
- Order medical supplies as needed
- Obtain radiology authorizations
- Respond to emails daily
- Utilize electronic medical record source for documentation
- Assist other research personnel in the clinic when requested
Requirements
- Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids
- Skill in venipuncture and blood processing
- Skill in computer applications
- Skill in gathering and reporting information
- Medical Assistant training preferred
- Medical clinic, clinical laboratory, or phlebotomy (or equivalent) experience
- Current BLS certification
Pay
Compensation range: $20/hr - $27/hr
About Sarah Cannon Research Institute
Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community-based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first-in-human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade.
SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20+ states across the U.S.
Benefits
We offer a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves. Benefits are provided through our parent company, McKesson. In addition to base pay, other compensation such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered, determined by performance, experience, skills, equity, and regular job market evaluations.