Compassionate Oncology Medical Assistant

OneOncology; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Oncology is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct, safe patient care under MD/NP/PA supervision. You will support clinical workflows, verify meds and allergies in EMR, assist with procedures, and communicate with patients, ensuring a smooth clinic flow.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program completion and BLS certification, with room for professional growth in oncology care across multiple community locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; graduate of medical assistant program preferred.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred (CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NRCMA).
• Current BLS provider card within 3 months of hire.
• Experience with EMR and coordination of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Measure patient height/weight and vital signs at visits.
• Screen for pain, distress, and depression scores during visits.
• Complete rooming and escort patients to exam rooms.
• Review/update medications and allergies in EMR at each encounter.
• Prepare patients for examination and maintain efficient provider workflow.
• Process prescription refills per policy and provider direction.
• Communicate lab results and instructions to patients under supervision.
• Assist with procedures/exams as needed (e.g., chaperoning).
• Stock exam/treatment rooms and maintain clinical supplies.

Skills

Multitasking

Policies & procedures

OSHA safety

Computer proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Venipuncture

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Training Program

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NRCMA)

Current BLS provider certification

Tools

EMR

MS Office

Job description

Tennessee Oncology is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct, safe patient care under MD/NP/PA supervision. You will support clinical workflows, verify meds and allergies in EMR, assist with procedures, and communicate with patients, ensuring a smooth clinic flow.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program completion and BLS certification, with room for professional growth in oncology care across multiple community locations.