Medical Assistant

US Oncology Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading independent oncology practice, where your role as a Medical Assistant is crucial in providing compassionate care to patients battling cancer. In this full-time position, you will be responsible for escorting patients, recording vital signs, and assisting physicians with exams and procedures. With over 38 years of experience, this organization prides itself on its commitment to patient care and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401K matching, and opportunities for advancement, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. This is your chance to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to fighting cancer!

Benefits

Health Insurance Plans

Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Program

Nationwide Discounts

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Entry-level position with 0-3 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with exams and procedures, maintaining care protocols.
• Record vital signs and patient data prior to physician visits.
• Perform administrative duties including typing, filing, and patient calls.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Basic Medical Knowledge

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

POSITION: Medical Assistant

LOCATION: Eastgate

WEEKLY HOURS: 40 (Full time)

OHC – Specialists in Cancer and Blood disorders, is seeking a medical assistant to join our Eastgate team. As the only independent adult cancer program in the region, we offer Medical, Radiation, Blood and Marrow Transplant, Gynecologic, and Breast Surgical Oncology services. OHC supports a robust cancer research and clinical trials program, neuro-oncology, cancer genetics specialists and supportive care program.

Our medical assistants play an important role by assisting our team of providers, and by offering kind, compassionate care to our patients. OHC has been fighting cancer on the front lines for more than 38 years. We are now one of the nation’s largest independent oncology practices, as well as the region’s premier source of treatment for nearly every form of adult cancer and complex blood disorder. At its heart, our approach to cancer care is simple – to surround our patients with everything they need so they can focus on what matters most: beating cancer!

Why choose OHC?

You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC’s benefits include:

• 3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from
• 2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans
• A company matched 401K plan
• Profit sharing plan for clinical employees
• Competitive salaries
• Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• A generous PTO plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Program
• Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee
• Wellness Program
• Yearly merit raises
• Opportunities for advancement

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