Medical Assistant

Astera Cancer Care; The Forum (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SunState Medical Specialists (SMS) in Florida is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient care and administrative tasks. You will accompany the doctor in exams, assist with consultations, and help coordinate follow-up tests and documentation.

Responsibilities include drawing blood, documenting medications, charting vital signs, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Training sessions and ongoing safety updates are part of the role, with a strong focus on patient service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and clear communication skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA rules and patient privacy requirements.
• Licensing or certification as a Medical Assistant, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Remain with the physician in the exam room unless asked to step out or schedule a study.
• Assist the doctor in initial patient consultations and weekly status checks.
• Perform routine follow-up examinations.
• Schedule and follow up on diagnostic studies with proper documentation and physician signature.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Why Join Us?SunState Medical Specialists (SMS) is proud to be a part of OneOncology in delivering exceptional, community-based specialty care across Florida. With a team of 105 physicians spanning urology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, breast surgery, general surgery, and head and neck surgery, SMS is committed to providing high-quality, accessible care. Our practice continues to expand services by offering advanced radiation therapies, in-house pharmacy and laboratory capabilities, care management, theranostics, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging, and clinical research. We are dedicated to recruiting top-tier physicians to help increase access to affordable, high-quality care throughout the state.Job Description:The Medical Assistant is a specifically trained individual who demonstrates expertise in dealing with patients during all aspects of care. Performs administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Physician or Physician’s designee.Your key responsibilities:Remain with physician at all times in the exam room unless asked to step out or sent to schedule a study.Assist the doctor in all aspects of the patient’s initial consultation, and weekly status checksRoutine follow-up examinationsAny emergency visits that are needed.Schedule and follow-up on all diagnostic studies that are ordered including proper documentation and obtaining physicians signature on test result.Responsible for acquiring results and notifying Physician of results on all interim reports.Draws blood for various lab tests that are sent out. Follow up on results of lab.Attend annual OSHA/Biomedical update meetings and application in the clinical setting of the updates.Practice safety precautions and wear personal protective equipment when needed.Document medications the patients are currently taking, and document any new medications prescribed by our physicians while under our care. This includes the name of the medication, dose and amount prescribed, physician prescribing, instructions, date and nurse’s initials.Documentation of any samples given to patient.Responsible for charting patient’s vital signs, initial weight, and all follow-up weights.Responsible for obtaining all signed permission slips for patients who are radioactive prostate seed implants only.Verify the allergy sticker is complete.Assist or perform catheterization of patients for various simulations.Responsible for reporting or verifying all patient problems as reported.Maintain HIPAA rules and regulations as it applies to patient privacy.Maintain open communication with front desk, Nursing staff, etc. as it applies to:Patient add-onsPatients on treatment breaksChanges in treatment planBe an active part of the center’s team.Demonstrate courtesy and respect at all timesRepresent the company in a professional mannerMaintain professional demeanor in stressful situationsMaintain attendance according to scheduled days and hours and uniform and appearance standards, according to company policy.Attends mandatory company training sessions as required by state/federal law where applicableAdditional responsibilities:You will advance the patient experienceYou will effectively build strong relationships and networks to deliver organizational goalsYou will participate in and enforce standards of care for patientsYou will demonstrate a poised and confident demeanor that reassures others and commands respect within the organizationYou will promote consistent positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient serviceQualificationsExcellent attention to detail, good oral and written communications skillsMust work well with multiple tasks and changing prioritiesMaintain licenses and/or certifications as applicable1-3 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant preferred