Medical Assistant

The US Oncology Network; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to join Virginia Oncology Associates in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves assisting physicians with patient care, promoting efficient patient flow, and handling administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience, a high school diploma, and prefer a CMA certification.

Candidates must be willing to travel between sites as needed. Join us to support our mission in providing exceptional cancer care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a multi-physician practice.
• Ability to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of the profession.
• Willingness to travel between sites in your region.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care duties and exams.
• Promote efficient patient flow and care.
• Handle and record patient data prior to visits.
• Schedule tests and appointments as needed.

Skills

Patient care duties

Administrative skills

Knowledge of oncology/hematology

CMA certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program certification

Job description

Overview

Virginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant to support our offices located in Norfolk and Suffolk.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment including exams and procedures.
• Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures.
• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms 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.
• May schedule patient tests, procedures, and hospital admissions and may schedule appointments to follow up on test results as needed.
• Arranges for pre-authorizations and pre-certifications as needed.
• Performs other administrative duties as requested by supervisor or physician.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience required, preferably in a multi-physician practice.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of the profession and industry.
• CMA strongly preferred.
• Must be willing to travel between sites in your region, as needed.

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.