Compassionate Medical Assistant – Oncology/Hematology

Regional Cancer Care Associates; Manchester (CT); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (medical)

Dental plans

Vision plans

Wellness program

Health Savings / Flexible Spending

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Regional Cancer Care Associates seeks an outstanding Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians in Manchester, CT. The role emphasizes patient care in a fast-paced oncology/hematology clinic with a broad range of duties, from clinical support to specimen handling.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, processing lab specimens, setting up procedures, and maintaining compliance with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Certification from an accredited CMA or RMA program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to exam rooms for visits with physician or nurse practitioner and lab work.
• Transport patients safely using wheelchairs or related equipment.
• Obtain patient vital signs, height and weight; document in the EMR.
• Ensure exam rooms and offices are stocked with supplies and paperwork.
• Set up for bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and other procedures ordered for the patient.
• Collect blood specimens by finger stick or venipuncture as ordered; verify patient identity against RCCA ID.
• Instruct patients on proper collection of samples and ensure proper handling and storage.
• Investigate out-of-range results and document corrective actions.
• Perform CBC and process specimens for external testing as required.
• Maintain OSHA safety standards and universal precautions; HIPAA privacy compliance.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred

Job description

Regional Cancer Care Associates seeks an outstanding Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians in Manchester, CT. The role emphasizes patient care in a fast-paced oncology/hematology clinic with a broad range of duties, from clinical support to specimen handling.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, processing lab specimens, setting up procedures, and maintaining compliance with OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.