MEDICAL ASSISTANT, MEDICAL ONCOLOGY PROF FEES

Sgmc-Health-1; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-job training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

SGMC Health in the Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Support/Clinical Assistant to aid APRNs and physicians. You will prepare patients, assist with bedside procedures, and document in the EMR. The role includes clerical tasks and coordinating authorizations and treatment needs.

Prerequisites include a high school diploma and CPR, with CMA/RMA certification preferred. Prior clinical experience is valued, with strong office skills and medical terminology knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School graduate preferred; CMA/RMA certification preferred.
• One year of clinical area experience preferred.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists APRNs and physicians by preparing patients for examinations.
• Assist with patient care including bedside procedures.
• Accurately transcribe into the patient EMR.
• Perform clerical duties and operate office equipment.
• Coordinate information for Prior Authorizations and treatment care needs.
• Review records for completeness and update appropriately.

Skills

CPR certification

General office skills

Medical terminology

One-year clinical experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification

Job description

Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose

No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence

We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit.

We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance.

We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION : Cancer Center

DEPARTMENT: PCC - MEDICAL ONCOLOGY PROF FEES

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift,

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists APRNs and physicians by preparing patients for examination. Assists with patient care including bedside procedures. Must be able to accurately transcribe into patient’s electronic medical record. Performs clerical duties and must be able to operate office equipment. Assist in scheduling and providing information for Prior Authorizations and treatment care needs. Reviews patient records for completion and ensures records are appropriately updated. Reviews patient results and escalates to nursing staff as appropriate. Coordinates care with providers, navigators, triage, nursing and other support staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• One-year experience in clinical area preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• General office skills and medical terminology preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION

Works primarily in the medical office setting, consistent shift and unit. Requires moderate to frequent lifting (excess of 50 lbs.), bending, and assisting in same, using correct techniques. Must be able to operate office equipment, computer terminals and keyboards, computerized lab equipment. Likely to be exposed to blood, body fluids and infectious diseases. Requires extensive walking during shift.