Medical Assistant

American Oncology Partners, PA; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 24,920 - 41,534; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

American Oncology Partners, PA is seeking a medical assistant to support physicians in an oncology setting. The role includes phlebotomy, lab testing, QA/QC, instrument troubleshooting, and maintaining patient records in the EMR system.

Responsibilities include performing blood draws, specimen handling, and assisting with procedures such as bone marrow assessments where applicable, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or GED; State-required certifications where employed; BLS required.
• One-year experience as a medical assistant in clinic or physician’s office with venipuncture ability.
• Proficiency in MS Office and EMR; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with medical procedures in office.
• Perform laboratory blood work and blood draws.
• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Maintain test reports and QA/QC logs; document in EMR.

Skills

Analysis & Critical Thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Independent judgment

MS Office

EMR

Education

High School or GED

Tools

MS Office

EMR

Job description

Overview

Location: Hematology & Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg

Pay Range: $18.09 - $30.15

Job Description Summary: Assist physicians with medical procedures in office. Responsible for phlebotomy, laboratory testing, quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
• Perform laboratory blood work and blood draws.
• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Perform technical laboratory procedures in a timely manner with accuracy and precision, meeting the standards of all accrediting and regulating agencies.
• Prepare blood or bone marrow slides for evaluation.
• Send outside labs to appropriate facility as dictated by patient’s insurance plan.
• Maintain test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and checklists according to all regulatory agencies.
• Follow the AON patient I.D. policy and procedure with every patient encounter.
• Obtain vital signs, height, weight, pain level, and PHQ9 depression screening as requested by physician and document in the Onco/EMR system.
• Place patient in exam room and prepare for physician in a timely manner.
• Receive lab reports via telephone, lab system, or fax and document in the patient’s chart or Onco/EMR for physician’s review.
• Assist physicians with medical procedures such as bone marrow, fine needle aspirate, paracentesis, and pelvic exams.
• Schedule outside testing, referrals to other physicians, and hospital admissions as ordered by physicians, if applicable.
• Perform thorough documentation in the medical record chart of testing/treatment rendered to patients.
• Prepare encounter form to charge patient for services received in office or initials all steps in process in EMR for electronic superbill.
• Document all QC and QA corrective action.
• Show physician critical blood counts according to guidelines.
• Obtain all pertinent scan and CDs and prepare for physician’s review.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies and place orders with purchasing as needed.
• Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact central lab or instrument service company, if necessary.
• Perform EKG testing where applicable.
• Perform any and all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies, including compliance testing.
• Taken required number of CEUs annually to meet C.O.L.A. requirements.
• Observe established safety guidelines and maintain cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patients’ rights, safety, billing, and collections.
• Adhere to all AON and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information at all times.
• Assist in training new employees in related job duties.
• Will be expected to work at any AON location to help meet business needs and may work overtime when given sufficient notice.
• May be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or GED.
• Certifications/Licenses: State-required certifications where employed; BLS required; Valid Driver’s License and vehicle for travel to other clinic locations as needed.
• Previous Experience: One-year experience as a medical assistant in clinic or physician’s office with ability to perform venipuncture.
• Core Capabilities: Analysis & Critical Thinking, problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management, organizational skills, detail-oriented, independent judgment.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, diversity awareness, effective handling of sensitive confidential material.
• Communication Skills: Good command of English; second language is an asset; effective oral, written, presentation skills; active listening; balanced feedback.
• Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus, ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness, operational excellence, collaboration, positive employee and community relations.
• Self-Management: Time management, prioritization, stress management, professional development; self-motivated, self-starter; works independently with limited supervision; may work remotely as required; effective in fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and EMR.
• Travel: <25% standard core workdays; occasional overtime and weekend shifts based on location hours and operational needs.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network.

401(k) with a 100% match and investment options available to full‑time and part‑time staff.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.