Injection Medical Assistant

Ironwood Physicians, P.C.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Job summary

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in Chandler, AZ seeks a qualified Injection Medical Assistant for our fast-paced outpatient oncology clinic. You will assist with clinical tasks, perform support duties for staff, and interact with patients and caregivers in a compassionate care setting.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with injections, nursing support, and data entry. Prior experience in oncology or related fields is preferred; 1–2 years as a Medical Assistant is common

Qualifications

• HIPAA rules & regulations knowledge required.
• CPT/ICD coding knowledge preferred.
• National MA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs for treatment patients.
• Perform patient assessments where applicable.
• Review and confirm laboratory counts.
• Administer injections or notify RN if assistance is needed.
• Answer phones and respond appropriately.
• Prepare for the day from the daily schedule.
• Provide coverage for patient rooming as needed.
• Review critical labs and document injections in charts.
• Ensure accurate dictation is reflected in patient records.
• Type and operate computer systems as needed.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

CPT/ICD coding

Medical math

Office equipment & computer

Typing & computer use

Alertness & safety

Education

National MA Certification

Job description

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Full-time Regular Chandler, AZ, US

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically located throughout the Valley. Each one provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic imaging services, integrative services including social work and nutrition, and genetic counseling.

Mission Statement

To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.

Overview

We are looking for a qualified and experienced injection MA to deliver compassionate care to our Oncology patients by assisting with clinical tasks, performing support services for clinical staff and providing direct interaction with patients and their caregivers in our fast-paced out-patient oncology clinic.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday day shift position in our Chandler location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes and records vital signs for treatment patients.
• Completes and records patient assessments, if applicable.
• Reviews and confirms laboratory count.
• Administers injection. If help is needed with injections, notifies RN staff.
• Answers phones and responds appropriately.
• Preps for the day from Daily Schedule.
• Provides support coverage for rooming patients, if needed.
• Reviews critical labs.
• Records appropriate information in assessments for injections.
• Checks charts for most recent dictation associated with last visit.
• Must be able to type and work on a computer.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as requested by supervisor, administrator, or physicians.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of HIPAA rules & regulations
• Knowledge of chemotherapy related drugs and supplies utilized preferred.
• Knowledge of diagnostic testing and radiation procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, HCPCS coding.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Ability to use office equipment and computer.

Education and Experience

• 1-2 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• National MA Certification required.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision and life insurance, 401K, and a caring work environment.

We are an E.O.E.

Please visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time"