Medical Assiatant

The US Oncology Network; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is hiring an MA to assist physicians and clinicians in a clinical setting, promoting efficient patient flow and care. The role includes clerical tasks, scheduling, and patient support under supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and basic medical assisting experience. Certification requirements vary; BCLS within 3 months is required, CMA preferred. This is an entry-level position in a busy oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certificate from an accredited program preferred.
• BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred. Some state regs may require specific certifications.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to/from exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Records patient data prior to visits (vital signs, height, weight, allergies, meds).
• Obtains patient records as required by physician prior to treatment.
• Prepares/stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administers subcutaneous and IM injections as delegated.
• Maintains disinfection protocols for exam/treatment rooms.
• Answers patient calls for referrals to physicians or nurses/pharmacists.
• Places prescriptions and communicates with physicians/RN as directed.
• Notifies physician of patient reschedules and no-shows.
• Performs other admin duties (typing, filing, chart prep, reception).

Skills

Patient care

Clerical duties

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate (preferred)

BCLS certification within 3 months

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

Overview

The US Oncology Network believes local cancer care is better care and in 2017 Vantage Oncology joined The US Oncology Network. The US Oncology Network empowers the delivery of advanced integrated cancer care through our network of independent physicians who share expertise and resources to provide quality, value-based care close to home. Our clinical and business support capabilities, expertise and industry-leading technologies keep local practices at the forefront of high quality, efficient care delivery while enabling practice success, quality of life and financial security for physicians.

Overview

The US Oncology Network believes local cancer care is better care and in 2017 Vantage Oncology joined The US Oncology Network. The US Oncology Network empowers the delivery of advanced integrated cancer care through our network of independent physicians who share expertise and resources to provide quality, value-based care close to home. Our clinical and business support capabilities, expertise and industry-leading technologies keep local practices at the forefront of high quality, efficient care delivery while enabling practice success, quality of life and financial security for physicians.

We have an immediate opening for a MA SCOPE: Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physicians schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.
• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
• Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
• Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows.
• Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred. This is an entry level position requiring 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant. Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire. Certified Medical Assistant preferred. Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.