Medical Assistant

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

Job summary

The US Oncology Network in Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant to join our clinical team in a fast-paced oncology/hematology setting. Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with patient-facing duties and support to physicians.

Under direct supervision, you will assist with exams, procedures, patient data collection, and administrative tasks. Entry-level role with 0–3 years of MA experience; CMA preferred and BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Entry level with 0–3 years experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and treatment areas as needed.
• Record patient data prior to physician visits (vital signs, height, weight, allergies).
• Obtain necessary patient records before procedures or treatments.
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures and maintain room disinfection protocols.
• Answer patient phone calls and relay information to physicians/nurses.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

Job description

Overview

We have an immediate opening for a Full-Time Medical Assistant in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania! Join our team in a Monday through Friday, 8-5pm position offering a consistent schedule, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care every day.

At The US Oncology Network, we are committed to supporting our employees' health, financial well-being, and work‑life balance through a comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program with Employee Incentives
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount and Perks Programs
• Professional Growth and Career Development Opportunities

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 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.
• 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
• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

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.