Medical Assistant (MA): Oncology

Trinity Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) for Oncology in Dubuque, IA, at MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. This role supports clinical practice by preparing patients, taking vital signs, documenting in the EHR, and assisting physicians during patient care.

You will help coordinate patient flow and maintain accurate medical records while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. The position partners with the Palliative Care ARNP for daily/weekly symptom management visits and

Qualifications

• Must have completed accredited Medical Assistant program.
• MA Certification/Registration preferred prior to hire and required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care.
• Prepare patients, collect vital signs, document in the EHR, and perform basic clinical procedures.
• Coordinate patient flow and maintain accurate medical records.
• Support communication between patients, families, providers, and community resources.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up visits; manage patient messages and referrals.

Skills

Strong communication

Compassionate care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position: Medical Assistant (MA): Oncology Location: Dubuque, IA Schedule: 72 hours per pay period (biweekly), 7:30 am-4:30 pm, M-F Supports the operation of the clinical practice by performing a variety of administrative and clinical tasks. This position is responsible for assisting physicians and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, documentation, and basic clinical procedures. The Medical Assistant also coordinates patient flow, maintaining accurate medical records, and ensuring a positive patient experience. This position will work closely with Palliative Care ARNP, preparing daily and weekly patient visits for symptom management while receiving Radiation Oncology at MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. The ideal candidate has a high attention to detail and takes initiative on task completion. Palliative care brings together physicians, patients, and families in a collaborative partnership to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. Through symptom management, communication, emotional support, and shared decision-making, the team helps patients achieve the best possible quality of life while respecting their goals and values. Administrative Duties include schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up visits, manage incoming phone calls, patient messages, and referrals. Expect to maintain accurate patient records within the electronic health record (EHR), assist with prior authorizations, forms, and care coordination activities and support communication between patients, families, providers, and community resources.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have successfully completed accredited Medical Assistant program.
• MA Certification/Registration preferred prior to hire and required within one year.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic patient care approach.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about our competitive benefits, culture, and career development opportunities.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.