Medical Assistant - Lymphoma / Myeloma Center

MD Anderson

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical benefits from day one

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disabil

PTO and extended illness bank

Tuition assistance program

Retirement benefits and end-of-service

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks an experienced Medical Assistant to join a premier oncology program dedicated to patient care, research, education and prevention. The role supports examinations, prepares clinics, and ensures smooth daily operations in a fast-paced cancer center.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of MA experience; CMA or RMA certification is preferred but not required. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, onsite in Houston, with strong organizational and communication

Qualifications

Required: 1 year Medical Assistant experience or completion of accredited MA program with externship/practicum or US Military training.
Preferred CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA certifications; CPR preferred.
Adaptable, organized and strong communicator with oncology exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient examinations, treatments and procedures.
Support nurses in preparing clinics and exam rooms for the day.
Escort patients and manage required paperwork for visits.
Take vital signs and prep patients for physician care; notify changes to nurses.
Document care and lab results in the medical record accurately.
Sort and forward lab results; collect and transport specimens; explain test prep to patients.
Maintain and stock medical supplies; report equipment issues to supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program (including externship/practicum)

Graduate of U.S. Military medical services training program

Job description

Seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join one of the world's most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention.

As one of the few comprehensive programs in the country, MD Anderson's Lymphoma and Myeloma Center is known for its groundbreaking treatments and leading diagnostic techniques. The Lymphoma and Myeloma Center's pathologists are specially trained to accurately diagnose and stage all types of lymphoma and myeloma, which is important for choosing the most effective treatment plan. Our diagnostic expertise covers rare lymphomas that most pathologists will never encounter and offers a range of innovative treatment options, including target therapies, vaccines and radio-immunotherapy, as well as clinical trials for new and relapsed disease.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience. CMA or RMA certification is preferred but not required. Ideal candidates are organized, strong communicators, and flexible, with a preference for those who have adult oncology experience.

The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

MD Anderson offers employees:

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.

KEY FUNCTIONS

Assists with patient examinations, treatments and procedures.
Assists nurses with preparing clinics for the day.
Prepare exam rooms prior to patients' arrival.
Escorts patients into the room along with required paperwork to facilitate clinic visit.
Obtains vital signs and prepares patients for physician's care. Notifies nurse of abnormal parameters.
Documents accurately in the medical record patient care entries and completed lab work.
Reviews and sorts incoming lab results and forwards reports for review. Collects and transports laboratory specimens. Instructs patients as to test preparations according to planned procedure.
Cleans, stores, prepares and coordinates maintenance of medical equipment.
Maintains inventories of medical supplies. Stocks exam rooms with required levels of supplies.
Reports any equipment in need of repair/maintenance to Nurse Manager, CAD or CBM.
Other Duties as Assigned.

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent and
Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program including externship/practicum. or
Preferred: Graduate of a U.S. Military medical services training program.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: 1 year Medical Assistant experience. or
Required: No experience required with completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (including externship/practicum) or U.S. Military medical training.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire and
Preferred: CMA - Certified Medical Assistant American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Upon Hire or
Preferred: RMA - Registered Medical Assistant American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT). Upon Hire or
Preferred: CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Upon Hire or
Preferred: National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

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