Medical Assistant I

Join Our Team at Maryland Oncology Hematology! We’re looking for passionate and talented professionals to provide exceptional cancer care across 15+ locations in Maryland and DC. If you’re dedicated to making a difference for patients, physicians, and colleagues, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

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.

The general pay scale for this position is $15.00 - $23.01 per hour. The actual hiring rate depends on prior work experience, education, job responsibilities, location, work performance, and other factors.

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

• 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 (entry-level position).
• 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.

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.