Medical Assistant Outpatient Oncology Bilingual

About the Role

The Oncology Institute is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting. Our Medical Assistants play a vital role in transforming the patient experience, providing both administrative and clinical support to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Live and exemplify TOI core values, providing outstanding customer service and promoting a positive experience for patients and staff members
• Participate in company initiatives and team activities
• Responsible for documentation in electronic medical record (EMR) system(s)
• Requesting external medical records and preparing patient charts prior to patient appointments
• Performing and documenting patient vital signs
• Completing review of systems and intake documentation
• Preparing patients for physician care
• Administering basic first aid
• Performing venipunctures and non-intravenous injections
• Performing basic laboratory procedures
• Observing and reporting patients' signs or symptoms
• Able to serve as a chaperone in patient examinations as needed
• Assisting with patient examinations, procedures, or treatments
• Administering certain medications as directed by the physician
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Diploma program from an accredited educational institute
• Medical Assistant Certificate preferred, not required
• 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant or related role in an outpatient clinic/medical office setting is preferred
• BLS and CPR certification preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required

Skills

• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in completing blood draws and processing labs

Physical Working Requirements

This position involves prolonged periods of standing and walking, performance of precise tasks like drawing blood and administering medications, and occasionally, lifting of up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and acute hearing are essential for reading charts and monitoring patients. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are critical, especially under stress. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and repetitive tasks are also required, along with sensitivity to patient needs and environmental changes.

Pay

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired, $24—$27.88 USD per hour. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.