Medical Assistant

The US Oncology Network; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Generous PTO Package

Health and Wellness Perks Program

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking a Medical Assistant in Elgin, IL. This full-time role supports physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment and helps manage patient flow and exams.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, assisting with procedures, administering injections, and handling phone calls and prescriptions as directed by physicians and RNs. CPR/BLS certified candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential is required.
• High School diploma or GED is required.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• CPR certification is required, equal to BLS.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms and offices.
• Provide collaborative nursing support and maintain patient flow.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administer injections when appropriate.
• Take patient vitals and monitor status.
• Answer patient calls and refer to physician or nurse/pharmacist as needed.
• Place prescriptions and communicate with patients as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

BLS Certification

Patient care

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

High School diploma or GED

2 years experience as a Medical Assistant

Job description

Medical Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant Required

Elgin, IL

Full-Time Monday-Friday

Hourly Rate: $19.00-$21.00

Benefits Include:Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; 401(k); Healthcare Savings Account; Generous PTO Package; Health and Wellness Perks Program

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 physician’s schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.

• Provide collaborative nursing support.
• Maintain efficient patient flow.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administer appropriate injections.
• Take vitals.
• 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.
• Other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

High School diploma or GED

2 years experience as a Medical Assistant

CPR Certification required same as BLS

Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Phlebotomy skills highly desired