Medical Assistant - Physician
At The Cancer & Hematology Centers we are dedicated to help, healing and hope for cancer patients and their families. We provide advanced treatments, innovative research, and compassionate care. Our patients receive comprehensive, contemporary cancer care balanced with the compassion of a dedicated nursing and support staff. Treating cancer requires a team of committed and caring health care professionals working together to understand and address each patient’s needs. In addition to caring physicians, we have a full range of support staff—oncology-certified nurses, social workers, experienced lab and pharmacy personnel, and a psychologist—available to assist patients and their families. Our focus is not just on healing but also on helping and offering hope. We understand that a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event, and our staff offers compassion and resources to support emotional and physical adjustment. Healing extends beyond the disease; our cutting-edge cancer care is available close to home, with medical staff connected to prominent hospitals and ongoing research, bringing breakthrough advances to our regional centers.
Why Join Us?
We are looking for talented and high-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates efficient flow through the clinic by preparing patients for visits: obtaining vital signs and medical history, reviewing medications, and providing care as determined by providers and management.
- Assures completeness of the medical record by reviewing and gathering all relevant documents prior to and during patient visits.
- Maintains clinic space and equipment.
- Communicates environment and equipment concerns with appropriate team members.
- Completes administrative responsibilities such as scheduling and order entry.
- Welcomes and communicates with patients and visitors in a caring and respectful manner.
- Collaborates with other care team members and anticipates their needs to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Assists with ongoing quality improvement to provide efficient, cost-effective care.
- Engages in continuous education and training to maintain skills, knowledge, and competency.
- May be pulled to work at other CHC sites based on clinical and patient needs.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
- Successful completion of orientation program (required).
- Certified Medical Assistant (required).
- One year of experience in an outpatient physician practice or healthcare setting (preferred).