Medical Assistant - Float

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

Job summary

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities in Norfolk, Virginia, is looking for a Medical Assistant to provide essential support in patient care. You will assist physicians with exams and procedures, manage patient records, and promote an efficient flow of care in a busy oncology environment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, a year of experience, and preferably a Medical Assistant certification. A willingness to travel is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience required, preferably in a multi-physician practice.
• CMA certification strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel between sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and clinicians with patient care duties.
• Promote efficient patient flow and care.
• Record patient data prior to physician visits.
• Schedule patient tests and appointments.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Record-keeping

Scheduling appointments

Knowledge of medical practices

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate from accredited Medical Assistant program

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 office located in Norfolk.

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 room as appropriate.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limit 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.