Medical Assistant - Radiation Oncology
About the role
At Quincy Medical Group, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do. With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve. As a Medical Assistant in Radiation Oncology at Quincy Medical Group, you will work closely with the Radiation Oncologist, RN, and multidisciplinary oncology team to support patients throughout their cancer care. You will provide hands-on clinical support, coordinate appointments and testing, communicate patient needs, and help patients and families navigate their care. This position works in partnership with the department RN, taking ownership of responsibilities that fall within the MA/CMA/RMA scope of practice. It is a great fit for a Medical Assistant who is compassionate, organized, and comfortable supporting patients who may have complex medical and psychosocial needs.
Responsibilities
- Room and prepare patients for Radiation Oncology appointments, including obtaining and documenting vital signs, weight, medications, allergies, and medical history.
- Gather information regarding patients' physical and psychosocial needs and communicate relevant concerns to the RN, physician, or appropriate member of the care team.
- Assist the physician with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments within the MA/CMA/RMA scope of practice.
- Recognize and report treatment-related symptoms, side effects, or other concerning findings to the Radiation Oncologist or RN.
- Coordinate diagnostic testing, imaging, laboratory work, referrals, follow-up visits, and other appointments as directed.
- Help patients navigate their care and identify additional needs such as transportation assistance, nutritional counseling, or psychosocial support.
- Provide educational materials and communicate physician or nursing instructions to patients and families as appropriate.
- Accurately document patient interactions, interventions, responses, and other relevant information in the electronic medical record.
- Work closely with the RN and other members of the Radiation Oncology team to coordinate care and ensure patient needs are addressed efficiently.
- Maintain infection prevention, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory standards throughout patient care.
- Contribute to a positive patient experience and collaborative team environment.
- Perform other duties within the MA/CMA/RMA scope of practice as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Medical Assistant education or previous