Medical Assistant

The US Oncology Network; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians in a clinical oncology environment. You will promote efficient patient flow and assist with exams and procedures under supervision.

Responsibilities include recording patient data, preparing treatment rooms, handling clerical tasks, and ensuring infection control guidelines are followed. Certifications like CMA and BCLS are preferred or required where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; CMA/Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred and BCLS certification required.
• Some state regulations may require specific certifications to work as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Record patient data including vitals, height/weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtain required patient records prior to treatment.
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures as delegated.
• Enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.
• Maintain room disinfection protocols and respond to patient calls.
• Perform related clerical duties (typing, filing, faxing, reception).

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

BCLS certification

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Why work for us?

We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

Overview

Why work for us?

We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

Scope

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

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.


• Depending on practice-specific protocols, may be asked to obtain.


• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.


• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.


• Responds to patients’ calls as requested.


• Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.


• Alerts nurse/physician of abnormal vitals, any important information given by patient.


• Collection of inbound meaningful use data. Flu documentation, initial height and weight.


• Prints med list for patient to review.


• Fill out disability forms.


• Schedule blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, ordering special tests (Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR (epidural growth factor receptor), Myraid, Paradigm, etc).


• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred. Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required. 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. -Required to lift and assist patients as requested.

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.