Medical Assistant

The US Oncology Network; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Oncology Hematology is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians in a busy oncology/hematology clinic. Under supervision, you will assist with exams, patient flow, and clerical tasks while maintaining patient care standards.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, recording vital signs, obtaining records, preparing treatment spaces, and coordinating with nurses and physicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Certification in BCLS within 3 months of hire may be required.
• Entry level position with 0-3 years of medical assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and assist with physician visits.
• Record vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Prepare exam/treatment rooms and stock supplies as needed.
• Assist with exams and procedures; administer injections as delegated.
• Handle basic clerical tasks and schedule coordination.

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate preferred

BCLS certification required within 3 months

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Maryland Oncology Hematology!

Overview

Join Our Team at Maryland Oncology Hematology!

We’re looking for passionate and talented professionals to join our team in providing exceptional cancer care. If you’re dedicated to making a difference for patients, physicians, and colleagues, we want to hear from you! With 15+ locations across Maryland and DC, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

The general pay scale for this position at MOH is $ 15.00 - $23.01 per hour. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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.